Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
denticulata
ID:
598808

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 327 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598140

Common Names

  • Ceropegia Denticulata
  • Denticulata String of Hearts
  • Denticulata Rosary Vine

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Description

Ceropegia denticulata (also called Toothed Ceropegia, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine with glossy, dark green leaves and small, pink flowers. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia denticulata is an attractive, trailing plant with unique, tubular flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. The plant is also known for its ability to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ceropegia denticulata var. brownii (Ledger) P.R.O.Bally ex Masinde

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceropegia denticulata has small, star-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia denticulata is a succulent plant that can be propagated by stem cuttings. The cuttings should be planted in well-draining soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. They should be watered regularly, but not too often, to prevent root rot. The plant should be fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Ceropegia denticulata

Ceropegia denticulata can be found in South Africa.

Ceropegia denticulata FAQ

What is the common name of Ceropegia denticulata?

Denticulate String of Hearts

What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia denticulata?

It is native to South Africa

How often should Ceropegia denticulata be watered?

It should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch

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,