Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kinabaluense
ID:
1321975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Metusala & J.J.Wood

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 10: 123 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334429





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Description

Cleisocentron kinabaluense (also called Kinabalu Cleisocentron, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has basal leaves that are oblong to lanceolate in shape and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in moist, shady areas and in rocky, open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Cleisocentron kinabaluense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleisocentron kinabaluense is small and yellow. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleisocentron kinabaluense is a tropical plant that is native to South East Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they germinate. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Cleisocentron kinabaluense

Cleisocentron kinabaluense is native to the Kinabalu National Park in Malaysia and can be found in montane forests.

Cleisocentron kinabaluense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleisocentron kinabaluense?

Cleisocentron kinabaluense

What is the common name of Cleisocentron kinabaluense?

Kinabalu cleisocentron

What is the natural habitat of Cleisocentron kinabaluense?

It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

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

Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Destario Metusala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Metusala' in the authors string.