Status:
valid
Authors:
Kambale, Chandore & S.R.Yadav
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 67: 843 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333914
Common Names
- String of Hearts
- Rosary Vine
- Chain of Hearts
Description
Ceropegia concanensis (also called Concan Ceropegia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is characterized by its large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ceropegia concanensis is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can be used as a hedge or screen. It has fragrant white flowers and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceropegia concanensis has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceropegia concanensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Ceropegia concanensis
Ceropegia concanensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Ceropegia concanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceropegia concanensis?
Ceropegia concanensis
What is the common name of Ceropegia concanensis?
Concanensis
What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia concanensis?
Tropical rainforests
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,