Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Don
Source:
cmp
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 4: 112 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598075
Common Names
- Bell-Shaped Ceropegia
- Ceropegia
- Bell-Shaped Chain Plant
Synonyms
- Ceropegia abinsica N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Ceropegia campanulata abinsica (N.E.Br.) H.Huber [unknown]
- Ceropegia dalzielii N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Ceropegia hepburnii Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
- Ceropegia kerstingii K.Schum. [unknown]
- Ceropegia tamalensis W.B.Smith [unknown]
Description
Ceropegia campanulata (also called Bell-shaped 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 campanulata 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ceropegia campanulata var. pulchella H.Huber
Ceropegia campanulata var. campanulata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ceropegia campanulata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceropegia campanulata is a succulent, perennial herb that grows in a rosette. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ceropegia campanulata
Ceropegia campanulata can be found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Ceropegia campanulata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia campanulata?
Ceropegia campanulata is native to South Africa.
How much light does Ceropegia campanulata need?
Ceropegia campanulata prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Ceropegia campanulata be watered?
Ceropegia campanulata 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,