Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ivorensis
ID:
835564

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 22: 135 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834899

Common Names

  • Cercestis ivorensis
  • Ivory Cercestis
  • Ivory Bushy-top

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Description

Cercestis ivorensis (also called Ivory Coast Cercestis, among many other common names) is a shrub with white or pink flowers. It is native to Central and West Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cercestis ivorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cercestis ivorensis has small, yellow flowers with white anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cercestis ivorensis is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Ivory Coast. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers a warm, humid climate and grows best in partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division of the offsets. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. The offsets can be divided and replanted in the same soil mix.

Where to Find Cercestis ivorensis

Cercestis ivorensis is native to Ivory Coast and can be found in tropical climates.

Cercestis ivorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cercestis ivorensis?

Cercestis ivorensis

What are the common names of Cercestis ivorensis?

Ivory Coast cercestis

What is the native range of Cercestis ivorensis?

Ivory Coast

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86546-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.