Cleisostoma stimulatrix - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stimulatrix
ID:
875764
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 61(4): 37 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875099
Common Names
- Stimulatrix Cleisostoma
- Stimulatrix Orchid
- Stimulating Cleisostoma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleisostoma stimulatrix (also called 'Cup Orchid', among many other common names) is a small, epiphytic orchid species that grows in the tropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia. It has a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves and a single flower. It grows in humid, tropical forests, usually on the branches of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Cleisostoma stimulatrix is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cleisostoma stimulatrix is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleisostoma stimulatrix is a tropical orchid that is grown for its showy flowers. It is best adapted to areas with warm climates and high humidity. It is propagated by division or cuttings, and should be planted in well-draining soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a wide range of soils.
Where to Find Cleisostoma stimulatrix
Cleisostoma stimulatrix can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and China.
Cleisostoma stimulatrix FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleisostoma stimulatrix?
Cleisostoma stimulatrix
What is the common name of Cleisostoma stimulatrix?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Cleisostoma stimulatrix?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Cleisostoma genus
Cleisostoma melanorachis, Cleisostoma subulifolium, Cleisostoma lohii, Cleisostoma appendiculatum, Cleisostoma arietinum, Cleisostoma aspersum, Cleisostoma beccarii, Cleisostoma belophorum, Cleisostoma bicrure, Cleisostoma bilamellatum, Cleisostoma birmanicum, Cleisostoma brachystachys, Cleisostoma buruense, Cleisostoma callosilobum, Cleisostoma capricorne, Cleisostoma chantaburiense, Cleisostoma chapaense, Cleisostoma complicatum, Cleisostoma crassissimum, Cleisostoma crochetii, Cleisostoma discolor, Cleisostoma duplicilobum, Cleisostoma equestre, Cleisostoma filiforme, Cleisostoma firmulum, Cleisostoma fissicors, Cleisostoma flexum, Cleisostoma fuerstenbergianum, Cleisostoma gjellerupii, Cleisostoma halophilum, Cleisostoma holttumii, Cleisostoma inflatum, Cleisostoma javanicum, Cleisostoma kerrii, Cleisostoma koeteiense, Cleisostoma krabiense, Cleisostoma lendyana, Cleisostoma linearilobatum, Cleisostoma litoreum, Cleisostoma longioperculatum, Cleisostoma longipaniculatum, Cleisostoma loratum, Cleisostoma macrostachyum, Cleisostoma medogense, Cleisostoma menghaiense, Cleisostoma montanum, Cleisostoma muticum, Cleisostoma nangongense, Cleisostoma nieuwenhuissii, Cleisostoma odoratum,
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-41961: Based on the initial data import
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.