Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
koerperi
ID:
1324834

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Burtt) A.Weber

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 70: 390 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337288

Common Names

  • Codonoboea koerperi
  • Koerper's Codonoboea
  • Koerper's Cup Flower

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Description

Codonoboea koerperi (also called 'Koerper's Codonoboea', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and South America, and is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Codonoboea koerperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Codonoboea koerperi has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonoboea koerperi is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is best grown in a humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in an orchid potting mix that is well-draining and contains plenty of organic matter. Propagation can be done through division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Codonoboea koerperi

Codonoboea koerperi can be found in tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Peru and Ecuador.

Codonoboea koerperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Codonoboea koerperi?

Codonoboea koerperi

What is the common name of Codonoboea koerperi?

Koerper's Codonoboea

What is the natural habitat of Codonoboea koerperi?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Codonoboea genus

Codonoboea caelestis, Codonoboea ericiflora, Codonoboea leucocodon, Codonoboea lilacina, Codonoboea nivea, Codonoboea rubiginosa, Codonoboea robinsonii, Codonoboea ridleyana, Codonoboea reptans, Codonoboea rugosa, Codonoboea stolonifera, Codonoboea yongii, Codonoboea viscida, Codonoboea venusta, Codonoboea tiumanica, Codonoboea soldanella, Codonoboea serratifolia, Codonoboea salicinoides, Codonoboea salicina, Codonoboea ramosa, Codonoboea urticoides, Codonoboea holttumii, Codonoboea malayana, Codonoboea longipes, Codonoboea leucantha, Codonoboea leiophylla, Codonoboea lancifolia, Codonoboea johorica, Codonoboea inaequalis, Codonoboea miniata, Codonoboea hispida, Codonoboea hirta, Codonoboea hirsuta, Codonoboea heterophylla, Codonoboea kelantanensis, Codonoboea platypus, Codonoboea quinquevulnera, Codonoboea pyroliflora, Codonoboea puncticulata, Codonoboea pumila, Codonoboea pulchella, Codonoboea primulina, Codonoboea marginata, Codonoboea pectinata, Codonoboea pauziana, Codonoboea parviflora, Codonoboea nitida, Codonoboea polyanthoides, Codonoboea elata, Codonoboea glabrata,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.