Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kortylewskianum
ID:
1319846

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Marg.) Schuit. & de Vogel

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 9: 6 (2012 publ. 2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332300



Common Names

  • Crepidium Kortylewskianum
  • Kortylewski's Crepidium
  • Kortylewski's Crepidium Bush


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Description

Crepidium kortylewskianum (also called Kortylewski's Crepidium, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, slender leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidium kortylewskianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepidium kortylewskianum has small white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidium kortylewskianum is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa and Asia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Crepidium kortylewskianum

Crepidium kortylewskianum is native to tropical Africa.

Crepidium kortylewskianum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Crepidium kortylewskianum?

Crepidium kortylewskianum is found in tropical and subtropical wetlands and moist areas.

What type of soil does Crepidium kortylewskianum prefer?

Crepidium kortylewskianum prefers a moist, well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

How much light does Crepidium kortylewskianum need?

Crepidium kortylewskianum needs bright, indirect light.

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

André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Eduard Ferdinand de Vogel (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vogel' in the authors string.
Hanna Margońska (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marg.' in the authors string.