Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
laciniosum
ID:
1319886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Schuit. & J.J.Wood

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 9: 56 (2012 publ. 2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332340



Common Names

  • Crepidium Laciniosum
  • Laciniosum Orchid
  • Crepidium Orchid


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Description

Crepidium laciniosum (also called Fringed Crepidium, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas and other parts of Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidium laciniosum is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepidium laciniosum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidium laciniosum is a tropical plant that prefers bright, indirect light and a warm, humid environment. It requires a well-draining soil mix and should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Crepidium laciniosum

Crepidium laciniosum is found in tropical rainforests in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Crepidium laciniosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepidium laciniosum?

Crepidium laciniosum

What is the common name of Crepidium laciniosum?

Laciniate Crepidium

What is the natural habitat of Crepidium laciniosum?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia

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

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.