Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
globosa
ID:
621891

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 218 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621223

Common Names

  • Cordylogyne globosa
  • Globose Cordylogyne
  • Globe-Fruited Cordylogyne

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Description

Cordylogyne globosa (also called 'Cordylogyne', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and the Mascarene Islands. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests, tropical moist montane forests, and moist savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Cordylogyne globosa has been used as an ornamental plant, for its wood and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cordylogyne globosa is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordylogyne globosa is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from cuttings is the most successful method, as seeds may not germinate reliably.

Where to Find Cordylogyne globosa

Cordylogyne globosa is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Cordylogyne globosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordylogyne globosa?

Cordylogyne globosa

What is the common name of Cordylogyne globosa?

Globose Cordylogyne

What type of plant is Cordylogyne globosa?

Cordylogyne globosa is a shrub in the Rubiaceae family

Species in the Cordylogyne genus

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,