Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
gummiferum
ID:
597075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1793

Citation Micro:
A Specimen of the Botany of New Holland 1793

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596407

Common Names

  • Ceratopetalum gummiferum
  • Gummiferum Christmas Bush
  • Gummiferum Bush

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Description

Ceratopetalum gummiferum (also called Gum-bearing 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 gummiferum 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 gummiferum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratopetalum gummiferum 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 gummiferum

Ceratopetalum gummiferum is native to eastern Australia.

Ceratopetalum gummiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratopetalum gummiferum?

Ceratopetalum gummiferum

What is the common name of Ceratopetalum gummiferum?

Gum-bearing Carob Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ceratopetalum gummiferum?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

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,

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