Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acutifolia
ID:
833208

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 254 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832543

Common Names

  • Sharp-toothed Ceratostylis
  • Sharp-toothed Orchid
  • Sharp-toothed Stylidium

Searching for Ceratostylis acutifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Ceratostylis acutifolia (also called Sharp-Leaved Pyxidanthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that typically grows up to 1m tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, rocky slopes and canyons. Its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip and serrated edges.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostylis acutifolia is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostylis acutifolia has small, white flowers that appear in clusters in the spring. The seeds are small and the seedlings have opposite, simple leaves.

Searching for Ceratostylis acutifolia? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostylis acutifolia is a deciduous shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in the fall or spring. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Ceratostylis acutifolia

Ceratostylis acutifolia can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia and Delaware.

Ceratostylis acutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostylis acutifolia?

Ceratostylis acutifolia

What is the common name of Ceratostylis acutifolia?

Acutifolia

What type of plant is Ceratostylis acutifolia?

Orchid

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-36976: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.