Cercestis sagittatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 23C: 116 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834953
Common Names
- Cercestis sagittatus
- Sagittatus Cercestis
- Arrow Cercestis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cercestis sagittatus (also called Arrowhead 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 sagittatus 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 sagittatus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cercestis sagittatus is a species of succulent native to tropical Asia. It is an evergreen succulent that grows in dry, arid climates. It is best grown in a potting mix of sand and perlite. It prefers bright, direct light and should be watered sparingly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Cercestis sagittatus
Cercestis sagittatus is native to the Caribbean region and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Cercestis sagittatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cercestis sagittatus?
Cercestis sagittatus
What are the common names of Cercestis sagittatus?
Arrow-shaped cercestis
What is the native range of Cercestis sagittatus?
Africa
Species in the Cercestis genus
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
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86550-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.