Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 13: 567 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583326
Common Names
- Campylostemon mitophorus
- Mitophorous Campylostemon
- Mitophorous Winged-seed
Description
Campylostemon mitophorus (also called Mitophorous Campylostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is found in lowland and montane rainforest, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Campylostemon mitophorus 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 mitophorus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylostemon mitophorus 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 mitophorus
Campylostemon mitophorus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.
Campylostemon mitophorus FAQ
What type of plant is Campylostemon mitophorus?
Campylostemon mitophorus is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family.
Where is Campylostemon mitophorus native to?
Campylostemon mitophorus is native to Angola.
What is the lifespan of Campylostemon mitophorus?
The lifespan of Campylostemon mitophorus is unknown.
Species in the Campylostemon genus
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,