Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lavranos) Plowes
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Haseltonia 3: 58 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591176
Common Names
- Mireille's Caudanthera
- Mireille's Wild-cabbage
- Mireille's Wild-cabbage
Synonyms
- Caralluma mireillae Lavranos [unknown]
Description
Caudanthera mireillae (also called Mireille's Caudanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to Europe, western Asia, and northern Africa. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands at elevations of 0-2000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Caudanthera mireillae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caudanthera mireillae has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Caudanthera mireillae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, actively growing plants and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Caudanthera mireillae
Caudanthera mireillae is found in India.
Caudanthera mireillae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caudanthera mireillae?
Caudanthera mireillae
What is the common name of Caudanthera mireillae?
Mireille's caudanthera
What is the natural habitat of Caudanthera mireillae?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Caudanthera genus
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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,