Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
monospermus
ID:
593491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 394 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592823

Common Names

  • Monospermus Bittersweet
  • Celastrus monospermus
  • One-Seeded Bittersweet

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Synonyms

  • Catha benthamii Gardner & Champ. [unknown]
  • Catha monosperma Benth. [unknown]
  • Celastrus annamensis Tardieu [unknown]
  • Celastrus benthamii Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]
  • Celastrus championii Benth. [unknown]
  • Celastrus laoticus Pit. [valid]
  • Monocelastrus monosperma (Roxb.) F.T.Wang & Tang [unknown]

Description

Celastrus monospermus (also called Single-seeded Bittersweet, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 4-6 m and has alternate, ovate leaves with serrated margins. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Celastrus monospermus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Celastrus monospermus are yellow-green and fragrant. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus monospermus is a woody, deciduous vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors.

Where to Find Celastrus monospermus

Celastrus monospermus is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Celastrus monospermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus monospermus?

Celastrus monospermus

What is the common name of Celastrus monospermus?

Monospermus Celastrus

What is the natural habitat of Celastrus monospermus?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Celastrus genus

Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris, Celastrus gemmata, Celastrus glaucophyllus, Celastrus grenadensis, Celastrus hindsii, Celastrus hirsutus, Celastrus hookeri, Celastrus hypoleucus, Celastrus kusanoi, Celastrus lenticellatus, Celastrus madagascariensis, Celastrus membranifolius, Celastrus microcarpus, Celastrus monospermoides, Celastrus monospermus, Celastrus novoguineensis, Celastrus orbiculatus, Celastrus panamensis, Celastrus paniculatus, Celastrus pringlei, Celastrus punctatus, Celastrus richii, Celastrus rosthornianus, Celastrus scandens, Celastrus stephanotiifolius, Celastrus stylosus, Celastrus subspicatus, Celastrus tonkinensis, Celastrus vaniotii, Celastrus virens, Celastrus vulcanicolus, Celastrus hypoleucoides, Celastrus franchetianus, Celastrus strigillosa, Celastrus obovatifolius, Celastrus yuloensis, Celastrus oblanceifolius, Celastrus rugosus, Celastrus homaliifolius, Celastrus zhejiangensis,

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