Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
599162

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Huber

Source:
cmp

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Brot. 12: 144 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598494

Common Names

  • Ceropegia speciosa
  • Showy Ceropegia
  • Umbrella Plant

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Description

Ceropegia speciosa (also called 'Showy Ceropegia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ceropegia speciosa is a popular ornamental plant, often grown indoors for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceropegia speciosa is tubular in shape with five petals and a white or pinkish color. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceropegia speciosa can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location and watered regularly. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Ceropegia speciosa

Ceropegia speciosa is native to Africa. It can be found in the wild in Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe. It is also available from nurseries and online retailers.

Ceropegia speciosa FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Ceropegia speciosa?

Ceropegia speciosa prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

What is the ideal light for Ceropegia speciosa?

Ceropegia speciosa prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Ceropegia speciosa?

Ceropegia speciosa prefers a well-draining, sandy soil.

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-2713143: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Huber (1931-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Huber' in the authors string.