Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
ampliata
ID:
598660

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 194 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597992

Common Names

  • Ceropegia ampliata
  • Ampliata Chain Plant
  • Chain Plant

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Synonyms

  • Ceropegia ampliata madagascariensis Lavranos [unknown]
  • Ceropegia ampliata oxyloba H.Huber [unknown]

Description

Ceropegia ampliata (also called Ampliate 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 ampliata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ceropegia ampliata are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia ampliata 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 ampliata

Ceropegia ampliata is native to Madagascar and can be found growing in the eastern rainforests.

Ceropegia ampliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceropegia ampliata?

Ceropegia ampliata

What type of plant is Ceropegia ampliata?

Ceropegia ampliata is a succulent plant.

Where does Ceropegia ampliata grow?

Ceropegia ampliata 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,