Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
407611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Orchideenfr. 11: 146 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406943



Common Names

  • Elleanthus decipiens
  • Decipiens
  • Elleanthus


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Description

Elleanthus decipiens (also called decipiens elleanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South and Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall and has a trunk diameter of up to 0.5 meters. Its habitat is in tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.

Uses & Benefits

Elleanthus decipiens is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of timber for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Elleanthus decipiens are yellow in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Elleanthus decipiens is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Elleanthus decipiens

Elleanthus decipiens can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Elleanthus decipiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Elleanthus decipiens?

Elleanthus decipiens

What is the family of Elleanthus decipiens?

Orchidaceae

Where is Elleanthus decipiens native to?

Central America

Species in the Elleanthus genus

Elleanthus capitatellus, Elleanthus decipiens, Elleanthus ligularis, Elleanthus carinatus, Elleanthus amethystinoides, Elleanthus amethystinus, Elleanthus ampliflorus, Elleanthus aristatus, Elleanthus arpophyllostachys, Elleanthus asplundii, Elleanthus aurantiacus, Elleanthus aureus, Elleanthus auriculatus, Elleanthus bifarius, Elleanthus blatteus, Elleanthus bogotensis, Elleanthus bonplandii, Elleanthus bradeorum, Elleanthus brasiliensis, Elleanthus capitatus, Elleanthus caravata, Elleanthus caricoides, Elleanthus caroli, Elleanthus caveroi, Elleanthus cephalotus, Elleanthus cinnabarinus, Elleanthus columnaris, Elleanthus condorensis, Elleanthus confusus, Elleanthus congestus, Elleanthus conifer, Elleanthus cordidactylus, Elleanthus coriifolius, Elleanthus crinipes, Elleanthus discolor, Elleanthus dussii, Elleanthus ecuadorensis, Elleanthus ensatus, Elleanthus escobarii, Elleanthus flavescens, Elleanthus formosus, Elleanthus fractiflexus, Elleanthus furfuraceus, Elleanthus gastroglottis, Elleanthus glaucophyllus, Elleanthus glomera, Elleanthus gracilis, Elleanthus graminifolius, Elleanthus grandiflorus, Elleanthus haematoxanthus,

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,

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