Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
brevitubulata
ID:
598729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Ind. Or. 1: 38 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598061

Common Names

  • Short-Tubed Ceropegia
  • Ceropegia
  • Short-Tubed Chain Plant

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Synonyms

  • Brachystelma beddomei Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Brachystelma brevitubulatum (Bedd.) Gamble [unknown]

Description

Ceropegia brevitubulata (also called Short-tubed String-of-hearts, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a perennial succulent with trailing stems and small, heart-shaped leaves. It is native to South Africa and Namibia, and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia brevitubulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create a hedge or privacy screen. It can also be used to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceropegia brevitubulata is a white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, brown seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia brevitubulata is a fast-growing plant and can reach maturity in a few months. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. Propagation is done through cuttings, which should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ceropegia brevitubulata

Ceropegia brevitubulata is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady areas in tropical and subtropical regions.

Ceropegia brevitubulata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia brevitubulata?

Ceropegia brevitubulata is native to South Africa.

How much light does Ceropegia brevitubulata need?

Ceropegia brevitubulata prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Ceropegia brevitubulata be watered?

Ceropegia brevitubulata should be watered every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

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,