Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
834802

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gagnep.) Aver.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 73: 107 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834137

Common Names

  • Ceratostylis tonkinensis
  • Tonkinensis Ceratostylis
  • Ceratostylis tonkinensis

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Description

Ceratostylis tonkinensis (also called Tonkin Ceratostylis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial herbaceous plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis tonkinensis is used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a food source, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceratostylis tonkinensis is a small yellowish-green flower with a white center, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis tonkinensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Vietnam. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ceratostylis tonkinensis

Ceratostylis tonkinensis can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.

Ceratostylis tonkinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis tonkinensis?

Ceratostylis tonkinensis

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostylis tonkinensis?

Vietnam

What is the flower shape of Ceratostylis tonkinensis?

Small, tubular

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-37133: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.