Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
jacobsonii
ID:
833937

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 40 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833272

Common Names

  • Jacobson's Ceratostylis
  • Jacobson's Ceratostylis Orchid
  • Ceratostylis Jacobsonii

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Description

Ceratostylis jacobsonii (also called Jacobson's Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves with a waxy texture and grows in moist, shady areas. It is often found in streambanks and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis jacobsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis jacobsonii has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis jacobsonii is a terrestrial orchid native to Central America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome, which should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Ceratostylis jacobsonii

Ceratostylis jacobsonii is native to the Amazonian region of South America.

Ceratostylis jacobsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis jacobsonii?

Ceratostylis jacobsonii

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis jacobsonii?

The natural habitat of Ceratostylis jacobsonii is tropical rainforests.

What is the flowering season of Ceratostylis jacobsonii?

Ceratostylis jacobsonii typically flowers during the summer months.

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,

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