Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
wenzelii
ID:
834876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 8: 421 (1913 publ. 1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834211

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis wenzelii
  • Wenzel's Ceratostylis
  • Ceratostylis Wenzelii

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Description

Ceratostylis wenzelii (also called 'Wenzel's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with thin, wiry stems and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,200 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis wenzelii is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a food source, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, and fragrant. Seed: Small, dark brown and oval shaped. Seedlings: Oval shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis wenzelii is a terrestrial orchid native to Thailand. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ceratostylis wenzelii

Ceratostylis wenzelii is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ceratostylis wenzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis wenzelii?

Ceratostylis wenzelii

What is the common name of Ceratostylis wenzelii?

Wenzel's Ceratostylis

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis wenzelii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Ceratostylis genus

Ceratostylis acutifolia, Ceratostylis acutilabris, Ceratostylis alata, Ceratostylis alberteduardi, Ceratostylis albiflora, Ceratostylis alpina, Ceratostylis alticola, Ceratostylis ampullacea, Ceratostylis anceps, Ceratostylis angiensis, Ceratostylis angustifolia, Ceratostylis anjasmorensis, Ceratostylis arfakensis, Ceratostylis armeria, Ceratostylis backeri, Ceratostylis baliensis, Ceratostylis borneensis, Ceratostylis braccata, Ceratostylis brachyphylla, Ceratostylis brevibrachiata, Ceratostylis breviceps, Ceratostylis breviclavata, Ceratostylis brevicostata, Ceratostylis brevipes, Ceratostylis bulbophylli, Ceratostylis caespitosa, Ceratostylis calcarata, Ceratostylis calceiformis, Ceratostylis capitata, Ceratostylis cebolleta, Ceratostylis ciliolata, Ceratostylis clathrata, Ceratostylis clavata, Ceratostylis compressicaulis, Ceratostylis crassifolia, Ceratostylis crassilingua, Ceratostylis crassipetala, Ceratostylis culminicola, Ceratostylis curvimentum, Ceratostylis dataensis, Ceratostylis dischorensis, Ceratostylis elmeri, Ceratostylis eria, Ceratostylis evrardii, Ceratostylis ficinioides, Ceratostylis flavescens, Ceratostylis formicifera, Ceratostylis glabra, Ceratostylis glabriflora, Ceratostylis gracilicaulis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-37140: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.