Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
1411839

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bullock) Bruyns

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 112: 433. 2017 [18 Jul 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424304

Common Names

  • Exile Ceropegia
  • Exile String of Hearts
  • Exile Chain of Hearts

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Description

Ceropegia exilis (also called Slender String of Hearts, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It has trailing stems with small, slender leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia exilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceropegia exilis has 5 white petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia exilis is a trailing succulent with stems that can reach up to 3 feet in length. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, in a bright, sunny location. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Ceropegia exilis

Ceropegia exilis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ceropegia exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceropegia exilis?

Ceropegia exilis

What is the common name of Ceropegia exilis?

Slender Ceropegia

What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia exilis?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

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,

References

Arthur Allman Bullock (1906-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bullock' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.