Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
1326456

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.J.Sm.) Kocyan & Schuit.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 161: 65 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338910



Common Names

  • Grosourdya decipiens
  • Grosourdya
  • Decipiens


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Description

Grosourdya decipiens (also called decipiens grosourdya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4m tall. It is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Grosourdya decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, containers, and rock gardens. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grosourdya decipiens is white, with a yellow lip, and has a pleasant scent. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grosourdya decipiens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Grosourdya decipiens

Grosourdya decipiens is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Grosourdya decipiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grosourdya decipiens?

Grosourdya decipiens

What are the common names of Grosourdya decipiens?

Coralberry, Coralberry Bush

What is the growth habit of Grosourdya decipiens?

It is a shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall.

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

Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.
André Schuiteman (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuit.' in the authors string.
Alexander Kocyan (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kocyan' in the authors string.