Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kristinianum
ID:
1411949

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Marg.) Ormerod

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Checkl. Papuasian Orchids 148. 2017 [Mar 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424414





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Description

Crepidium kristinianum (also called Kristina's crepidium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It has an erect stem with an inflorescence of white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidium kristinianum is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used to decorate outdoor spaces and is also known for its air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crepidium kristinianum is white with a yellow lip. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidium kristinianum can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Crepidium kristinianum

Crepidium kristinianum can be found in India.

Crepidium kristinianum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Crepidium kristinianum?

Crepidium kristinianum is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

What type of soil does Crepidium kristinianum prefer?

Crepidium kristinianum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Crepidium kristinianum need?

Crepidium kristinianum 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

Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.
Hanna Margońska (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marg.' in the authors string.