Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
elatus
ID:
222154

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.O.Williams) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 199 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000221483



Common Names

  • Kreodanthus
  • Cascading Orchid
  • Cascading Star Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Erythrodes elata L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Kreodanthus elatus (also called Erect Kreodanthus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Araceae family. It is an epiphytic herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Kreodanthus elatus is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kreodanthus elatus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kreodanthus elatus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a moist soil mix until roots form. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Kreodanthus elatus

Kreodanthus elatus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Kreodanthus elatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kreodanthus elatus?

Kreodanthus elatus

What is the common name of Kreodanthus elatus?

Erect Kreodanthus

What is the family of Kreodanthus elatus?

Asteraceae

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-106447: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.