Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
neo-omissa
ID:
1411893

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bruyns

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 112: 434. 2017 [18 Jul 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424358


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Description

Ceropegia neo-omissa (also called 'New Omissa String of Hearts', among many other common names) is a perennial succulent vine native to South Africa. It has trailing stems with heart-shaped leaves and small, tubular flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and can be found in grasslands, scrublands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia neo-omissa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive, waxy flowers and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceropegia neo-omissa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia neo-omissa is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It is best grown in a well-drained soil mix, in a sunny location. Water the plant sparingly, and fertilize it once a month during the growing season. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Ceropegia neo-omissa

Ceropegia neo-omissa is native to South Africa and can be found in the dry grasslands.

Ceropegia neo-omissa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Ceropegia neo-omissa?

Ceropegia neo-omissa is native to South Africa.

What is the flower color of Ceropegia neo-omissa?

The flowers of Ceropegia neo-omissa are usually white or pale pink.

What is the size of Ceropegia neo-omissa?

Ceropegia neo-omissa is a small plant, typically growing to a height of around 10-15 cm.

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

Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.