Status:
valid
Authors:
Jum. & H.Perrier
Source:
cmp
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 2, 6: 227 (1908)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597985
Common Names
- Ceropegia albisepta
- Albisepta Chain Plant
- Chain Plant
Synonyms
- Ceropegia albisepta truncata H.Huber [unknown]
- Ceropegia albisepta viridis (Choux) H.Huber [unknown]
- Ceropegia viridis truncata (H.Huber) H.Huber [unknown]
Description
Ceropegia albisepta (also called White-Toothed Ceropegia, among many other common names) is a vine species native to Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Yemen. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ceropegia albisepta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a houseplant. It can also be used to make jams and jellies.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ceropegia albisepta var. bruceana H.Huber
Ceropegia albisepta var. robynsiana (Werderm.) H.Huber
Ceropegia albisepta var. albisepta
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ceropegia albisepta are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceropegia albisepta is a succulent plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and allowed to dry out between waterings. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Ceropegia albisepta
Ceropegia albisepta can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.
Ceropegia albisepta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceropegia albisepta?
Ceropegia albisepta
What type of plant is Ceropegia albisepta?
Ceropegia albisepta is a succulent plant.
Where does Ceropegia albisepta grow?
Ceropegia albisepta is native to South Africa.
Species in the Ceropegia genus
Ceropegia anjanerica,
Ceropegia mohanramii,
Ceropegia abyssinica,
Ceropegia achtenii,
Ceropegia affinis,
Ceropegia africana,
Ceropegia ahmarensis,
Ceropegia albisepta,
Ceropegia ambovombensis,
Ceropegia ampliata,
Ceropegia anantii,
Ceropegia andamanica,
Ceropegia angustifolia,
Ceropegia antennifera,
Ceropegia arabica,
Ceropegia arenaria,
Ceropegia aridicola,
Ceropegia aristolochioides,
Ceropegia armandii,
Ceropegia arnottiana,
Ceropegia attenuata,
Ceropegia ballyana,
Ceropegia barbata,
Ceropegia barnesii,
Ceropegia beddomei,
Ceropegia bhutanica,
Ceropegia boerhaviifolia,
Ceropegia bonafouxii,
Ceropegia bosseri,
Ceropegia bowkeri,
Ceropegia brevitubulata,
Ceropegia bulbosa,
Ceropegia caffrorum,
Ceropegia campanulata,
Ceropegia cancellata,
Ceropegia candelabrum,
Ceropegia carnosa,
Ceropegia cataphyllaris,
Ceropegia christenseniana,
Ceropegia ciliata,
Ceropegia cimiciodora,
Ceropegia claviloba,
Ceropegia collaricorona,
Ceropegia conrathii,
Ceropegia convolvuloides,
Ceropegia cordiloba,
Ceropegia crassifolia,
Ceropegia cufodontii,
Ceropegia cumingiana,
Ceropegia cycniflora,
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,