Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
warneckeanum
ID:
584001

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes. ex Fritsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 11: 344 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583333

Common Names

  • Campylostemon warneckeanum
  • Warncke's Campylostemon
  • Warncke's Winged-seed

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Synonyms

  • Campylostemon pynaertii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Campylostemon warneckeanum (also called Warnecke's 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 warneckeanum 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 warneckeanum 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 warneckeanum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Campylostemon warneckeanum

Campylostemon warneckeanum can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests in Australia and New Guinea.

Campylostemon warneckeanum FAQ

What type of plant is Campylostemon warneckeanum?

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

Where is Campylostemon warneckeanum native to?

Campylostemon warneckeanum is native to Angola.

What is the lifespan of Campylostemon warneckeanum?

The lifespan of Campylostemon warneckeanum 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-2695598: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.