Status:
valid
Authors:
Klack.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 120: 80 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583086
Common Names
- Camptocarpus cornutus
- Horned Camptocarpus
- Cornutus Camptocarpus Tree
Description
Camptocarpus cornutus (also called Horned Camptocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It grows in open forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Camptocarpus cornutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camptocarpus cornutus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Camptocarpus cornutus is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or by cuttings.
Where to Find Camptocarpus cornutus
Camptocarpus cornutus can be found in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Camptocarpus cornutus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camptocarpus cornutus?
Camptocarpus cornutus
What type of plant is Camptocarpus cornutus?
Tree
What is the natural habitat of Camptocarpus cornutus?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Camptocarpus genus
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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,