Ceratopetalum corymbosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbosum
ID:
597074
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.T.White
Source:
cmp
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 53: 216 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596406
Common Names
- Ceratopetalum corymbosum
- Corymbosum Christmas Bush
- Corymbosum Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ceratopetalum corymbosum (also called Corymbose Hook Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and temperate Asia. It is found in wet soils, and is often found in marshes, ponds, and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratopetalum corymbosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceratopetalum corymbosum has small, white flowers that are star-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have round, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ceratopetalum corymbosum is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 30 cm tall. The shrub should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Ceratopetalum corymbosum
Ceratopetalum corymbosum is native to eastern Australia.
Ceratopetalum corymbosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratopetalum corymbosum?
Ceratopetalum corymbosum
What is the common name of Ceratopetalum corymbosum?
Corymbose Carob Tree
What is the natural habitat of Ceratopetalum corymbosum?
Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas
Species in the Ceratopetalum genus
Species in the Cunoniaceae family
Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2711145: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.