Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
imbricata
ID:
598911

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.A.Bruce & P.R.O.Bally

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 5: 372 (1950 publ. 1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598243

Common Names

  • Imbricated Ceropegia
  • Tiled Ceropegia
  • Scaled Ceropegia

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Synonyms

  • Ceropegia intracolor L.E.Newton [unknown]

Description

Ceropegia imbricata (also called 'String of Hearts', among many other common names) is a perennial, succulent vine native to South Africa. It has thin, trailing stems with heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky outcrops and in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia imbricata 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceropegia imbricata has small, white, tubular flowers with a yellowish-green throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia imbricata is an easy-to-grow, succulent-like, perennial vine that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet, and the cuttings should root in a few weeks. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Ceropegia imbricata

Ceropegia imbricata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Ceropegia imbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceropegia imbricata?

Ceropegia imbricata

What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia imbricata?

It is native to South Africa.

What are the care requirements for Ceropegia imbricata?

Ceropegia imbricata prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water when the soil is dry to the touch and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2712912: Based on the initial data import
Peter René Oscar Bally (1895-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.R.O.Bally' in the authors string.
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.