Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
brevipes
ID:
833471

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 246 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832806

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis brevipes
  • Brevipes Ceratostylis
  • Brevipes Orchid

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Description

Ceratostylis brevipes (also called short-footed orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that can reach up to 30 centimeters in height. It has a single, erect stem with a few leaves at the base. Native to Southeast Asia, it grows in moist forests on tree trunks and branches.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis brevipes is a small to medium-sized shrub, commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a rounded crown and can reach a height of 2 m. The leaves are pinnate, with 7–11 leaflets. The flowers are small, yellow-green, and appear in the spring. The fruit is a samara, with a single seed encased in a thin, papery wing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis brevipes has small, white flowers with yellow centers that appear in the spring. Its seeds are small and winged, and its seedlings have a single stem with opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis brevipes is a small, deciduous shrub that typically grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft). It prefers a sunny position and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Ceratostylis brevipes

Ceratostylis brevipes can be found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Ceratostylis brevipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis brevipes?

Ceratostylis brevipes

What is the common name of Ceratostylis brevipes?

Short-footed Ceratostylis

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis brevipes?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ceratostylis genus

Ceratostylis acutifolia, Ceratostylis acutilabris, Ceratostylis alata, Ceratostylis alberteduardi, Ceratostylis albiflora, Ceratostylis alpina, Ceratostylis alticola, Ceratostylis ampullacea, Ceratostylis anceps, Ceratostylis angiensis, Ceratostylis angustifolia, Ceratostylis anjasmorensis, Ceratostylis arfakensis, Ceratostylis armeria, Ceratostylis backeri, Ceratostylis baliensis, Ceratostylis borneensis, Ceratostylis braccata, Ceratostylis brachyphylla, Ceratostylis brevibrachiata, Ceratostylis breviceps, Ceratostylis breviclavata, Ceratostylis brevicostata, Ceratostylis brevipes, Ceratostylis bulbophylli, Ceratostylis caespitosa, Ceratostylis calcarata, Ceratostylis calceiformis, Ceratostylis capitata, Ceratostylis cebolleta, Ceratostylis ciliolata, Ceratostylis clathrata, Ceratostylis clavata, Ceratostylis compressicaulis, Ceratostylis crassifolia, Ceratostylis crassilingua, Ceratostylis crassipetala, Ceratostylis culminicola, Ceratostylis curvimentum, Ceratostylis dataensis, Ceratostylis dischorensis, Ceratostylis elmeri, Ceratostylis eria, Ceratostylis evrardii, Ceratostylis ficinioides, Ceratostylis flavescens, Ceratostylis formicifera, Ceratostylis glabra, Ceratostylis glabriflora, Ceratostylis gracilicaulis,

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-37000: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.