Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
1412239

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Sushil K.Singh, Agrawala & Jalal

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Orchids Maharashtra 57. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424704



Common Names

  • Versicolor Crepidium
  • Versicolor Orchid
  • Violet Orchid


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Description

Crepidium versicolor (also called Variegated Crepidium, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Asia. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Crepidium versicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also known for its medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Crepidium versicolor has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crepidium versicolor is a low-maintenance, easy-to-grow plant. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of light conditions. It should be watered regularly, but not too much, and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Crepidium versicolor

Crepidium versicolor can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.

Crepidium versicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crepidium versicolor?

Crepidium versicolor

What type of plant is Crepidium versicolor?

Crepidium versicolor is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Crepidium versicolor?

Crepidium versicolor is found in tropical and subtropical regions

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Dinesh Kumar Agrawala (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Agrawala' in the authors string.
Jeewan Singh Jalal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jalal' in the authors string.
Sushil Kumar Singh (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sushil K.Singh' in the authors string.