Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
macropetala
ID:
1411845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Bruyns

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 112: 432. 2017 [18 Jul 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424310

Common Names

  • Macropetala Ceropegia
  • Macropetala String of Hearts
  • Macropetala Chain of Hearts

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Description

Ceropegia macropetala (also called Large-petaled Ceropegia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in the tropical regions of Africa. It has a single, erect stem with a few leaves and a few flowers. It grows in moist forests and is found in Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Nigeria.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia macropetala is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and ease of care. It can be used to decorate indoor spaces and is also known for its air-purifying properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceropegia macropetala 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 macropetala is a perennial succulent that can be propagated by stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry during the winter months.

Where to Find Ceropegia macropetala

Ceropegia macropetala is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Ceropegia macropetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceropegia macropetala?

Ceropegia macropetala

What type of plant is Ceropegia macropetala?

It is a succulent

Where is Ceropegia macropetala found?

It is found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.