Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
buxifolium
ID:
597129

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner & Fielding

Source:
cmp

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Sert. Pl. : t. 7 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596461

Common Names

  • Ceratostema buxifolium
  • Box-leaved Ceratostema
  • Box-leaved Stemflower

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Description

Ceratostema buxifolium (also called Box-Leaf Ceratostema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to South America. It has ovate leaves and small pink flowers. It is found in moist and shady places, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostema buxifolium is an evergreen shrub that is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also a popular choice for hedges and borders. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soils. It is also a good choice for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratostema buxifolium 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

Ceratostema buxifolium is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Ceratostema buxifolium

Ceratostema buxifolium is native to eastern Australia.

Ceratostema buxifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostema buxifolium?

Ceratostema buxifolium

What is the common name of Ceratostema buxifolium?

Buxifolium

What is the natural habitat of Ceratostema buxifolium?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Ceratostema genus

Ceratostema alatum, Ceratostema amplexicaule, Ceratostema andreana, Ceratostema auriculatum, Ceratostema biflorum, Ceratostema bracteolatum, Ceratostema buxifolium, Ceratostema callistum, Ceratostema calycinum, Ceratostema charianthum, Ceratostema coccineum, Ceratostema colombianum, Ceratostema cordifolium, Ceratostema coronaria, Ceratostema coronarium, Ceratostema cutucuense, Ceratostema cutucuensis, Ceratostema dichogamum, Ceratostema ellipticum, Ceratostema emarginatum, Ceratostema fasciculatum, Ceratostema ferreyrae, Ceratostema flexuosum, Ceratostema glans, Ceratostema graebnerianum, Ceratostema grandiflorum, Ceratostema harmsianum, Ceratostema hirsutum, Ceratostema hookeri, Ceratostema lanceolatum, Ceratostema lanigerum, Ceratostema lobbii, Ceratostema longiflorum, Ceratostema longipedicellatum, Ceratostema loranthiflorum, Ceratostema macbrydeorum, Ceratostema madisonii, Ceratostema mandonii, Ceratostema megabracteatum, Ceratostema megalobum, Ceratostema microphyllum, Ceratostema nodosum, Ceratostema nubigena, Ceratostema oblongifolium, Ceratostema odoratissimum, Ceratostema oellgaardii, Ceratostema oyacachiensis, Ceratostema pearcei, Ceratostema pedunculatum, Ceratostema pendens,

Species in the Ericaceae family

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