Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
foetidum
ID:
1411589

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Marg.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon. Red. Subtribe Malaxidinae 98. 2012

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424054



Common Names

  • Crepidium Foetidum
  • Foetidum Orchid
  • Crepidium Orchid


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Description

Crepidium foetidum (also called 'Foetid Crepidium', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants, and is characterized by its long, thin stems and white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidium foetidum is used for its edible fruits, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepidium foetidum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidium foetidum is a tropical orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers warm temperatures and bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done when the orchid is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Provide adequate light and humidity for the seedlings to thrive.

Where to Find Crepidium foetidum

Crepidium foetidum is native to the Philippines.

Crepidium foetidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepidium foetidum?

Crepidium foetidum

What is the common name of Crepidium foetidum?

Fetid crepidium

What is the natural habitat of Crepidium foetidum?

It is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests

Species in the Crepidium genus

Crepidium angustifoveum, Crepidium aphyllum, Crepidium clemensii, Crepidium crenatilobum, Crepidium josephianum, Crepidium kandae, Crepidium parryae, Crepidium rajanum, Crepidium sagittiflorum, Crepidium samoense, Crepidium saprophytum, Crepidium sublobatum, Crepidium szlachetkianum, Crepidium tripartitum, Crepidium venosum, Crepidium yamapense, Crepidium exilis, Crepidium klimkoanum, Crepidium fontinale, Crepidium finetii, Crepidium foliosum, Crepidium gibbsiae, Crepidium hainanense, Crepidium insulare, Crepidium sichuanicum, Crepidium bahanense, Crepidium acuminatum, Crepidium alagense, Crepidium amplectens, Crepidium arachnoideum, Crepidium arietinum, Crepidium aschistum, Crepidium atratum, Crepidium atrobrachiatum, Crepidium atrosanguineum, Crepidium auratum, Crepidium balabacense, Crepidium bancanoides, Crepidium bancanum, Crepidium bataanense, Crepidium bengkulense, Crepidium biauritum, Crepidium bidentiferum, Crepidium binabayense, Crepidium bispiriferum, Crepidium brachycaulos, Crepidium brachyodontum, Crepidium bracteosum, Crepidium brevidentatum, Crepidium breviscapum,

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

Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
Hanna Margońska (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marg.' in the authors string.