Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
swaziorum
ID:
599190

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.V.Field

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 305 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598522

Common Names

  • Ceropegia Swaziorum
  • String of Pearls
  • Climbing Rosary Vine

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Description

Ceropegia swaziorum (also called 'Swazi 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 swaziorum is used for ornamental purposes and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ceropegia swaziorum 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 swaziorum 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 swaziorum

Ceropegia swaziorum is native to South Africa.

Ceropegia swaziorum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Ceropegia swaziorum?

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

What is the ideal light for Ceropegia swaziorum?

Ceropegia swaziorum prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Ceropegia swaziorum?

Ceropegia swaziorum 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-2713169: Based on the initial data import
David Vincent Field (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.V.Field' in the authors string.