Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
procera
ID:
582168

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) Dryand.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Hort. Kew., ed. 2 [W.T. Aiton] 2: 78. 1811

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000581500

Common Names

  • Calotropis procera
  • Procera Milkweed
  • Procera Calotropis

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Synonyms

  • Apocynum syriacum Garsault [unknown]
  • Apocynum syriacum S.G.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Asclepias gigantea Willd. [illegitimate]
  • Asclepias patula Decne. [unknown]
  • Asclepias procera Aiton [unknown]
  • Calotropis gigantea procera (Aiton) P.T.Li [unknown]
  • Calotropis hamiltonii Wight [unknown]
  • Calotropis heterophylla Wall. [unknown]
  • Calotropis inflexa Chiov. [unknown]
  • Calotropis persica Gand. [unknown]
  • Calotropis procera hamiltonii (Wight) Ali [unknown]
  • Calotropis syriaca (S.G.Gmel.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Calotropis wallichii Wight [unknown]
  • Madorius procerus (Aiton) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Calotropis procera (also called Crown Flower, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Asclepiadaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It prefers dry climates and is found in wastelands, scrublands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Calotropis procera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant and to make dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calotropis procera is white or yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, hard, brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calotropis procera is a fast-growing shrub or small tree that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and allowed to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Calotropis procera

Calotropis procera can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South and Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Calotropis procera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calotropis procera?

Calotropis procera

What is the common name of Calotropis procera?

Procera Calotropis

What is the natural habitat of Calotropis procera?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2693668: Based on the initial data import
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
Jonas Carlsson Dryander (1748-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dryand.' in the authors string.