Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
caudatus
ID:
317919

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 46: 257 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317251

Common Names

  • Caudate Strophanthus
  • Strophanthus caudatus
  • Caudate Strophanthus

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Synonyms

  • Apocynum floristratum Noronha [unknown]
  • Nerium caudatum Lam. [unknown]
  • Nerium scandens Lour. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus macrophyllus Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus cumingii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus dichotomus DC. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus erectus Merr. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus giganteus Pierre [unknown]
  • Strophanthus griffithii Wight [unknown]
  • Strophanthus horsfieldianus Miq. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus letei Merr. & Merr. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus longicaudatus Wight [unknown]
  • Strophanthus macrophyllus Pierre [unknown]
  • Strophanthus pierrei Baill. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus scandens Reinw. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus terminalis Blume [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus lanceolatus Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus undulatus Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus billardierei Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus javensis Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus dichotomus luzoniensis S.Vidal [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus giganteus Pit. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus dichotomus cochinchinensis Ker Gawl. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus dichotomus loureiroi A.DC. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus dichotomus marckii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus caudatus marckii (A.DC.) Franch. [unknown]

Description

Strophanthus caudatus (also called Caudate Strophanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Strophanthus caudatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating coughs, colds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strophanthus caudatus is white, with a yellow centre and a long, curved spur. The seeds are black and glossy, with a hard, woody outer layer. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves, and a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strophanthus caudatus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Africa. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the root clumps. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Strophanthus caudatus

Strophanthus caudatus is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It is found in dry forests and savannas.

Strophanthus caudatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strophanthus caudatus?

Strophanthus caudatus

What type of plant is Strophanthus caudatus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.

Where is Strophanthus caudatus found?

It is found in Cameroon, Gabon, and the Republic of Congo.

Species in the Strophanthus genus

Strophanthus amboensis, Strophanthus arnoldianus, Strophanthus barteri, Strophanthus bequaertii, Strophanthus boivinii, Strophanthus bullenianus, Strophanthus caudatus, Strophanthus congoensis, Strophanthus courmontii, Strophanthus demeusei, Strophanthus divaricatus, Strophanthus emini, Strophanthus gardeniiflorus, Strophanthus gerrardii, Strophanthus gracilis, Strophanthus gratus, Strophanthus hispidus, Strophanthus holosericeus, Strophanthus hypoleucos, Strophanthus kombe, Strophanthus ledienii, Strophanthus luteolus, Strophanthus mirabilis, Strophanthus mortehanii, Strophanthus nicholsonii, Strophanthus parviflorus, Strophanthus perakensis, Strophanthus petersianus, Strophanthus preussii, Strophanthus puberulus, Strophanthus sarmentosus, Strophanthus singaporianus, Strophanthus speciosus, Strophanthus thollonii, Strophanthus vanderijstii, Strophanthus wallichii, Strophanthus welwitschii, Strophanthus wightianus, Strophanthus zimmermannianus,

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,

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