Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
angolense
ID:
583985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw. ex Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 44 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583317

Common Names

  • Campylostemon angolense
  • Angolan Campylostemon
  • Angolan Winged-seed

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Description

Campylostemon angolense (also called Angolan Campylostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It grows in open forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Campylostemon angolense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campylostemon angolense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling of this plant is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylostemon angolense is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Angola. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Campylostemon angolense

Campylostemon angolense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Campylostemon angolense FAQ

What type of plant is Campylostemon angolense?

Campylostemon angolense is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family.

Where is Campylostemon angolense native to?

Campylostemon angolense is native to Angola.

What is the lifespan of Campylostemon angolense?

The lifespan of Campylostemon angolense is unknown.

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2695582: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.