Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ventricosum
ID:
597214

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 60 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596546

Common Names

  • Swollen-Stemmed Ceratostema
  • Ceratostema Ventricosum
  • Ceratostema Ventricosa

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Description

Ceratostema ventricosum (also called Ventricose Bellflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and bell-shaped, white flowers. It is native to South America and grows in moist, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratostema ventricosum is an evergreen shrub that is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and pink 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

The Ceratostema ventricosum flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratostema ventricosum is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has small, leathery, oval-shaped leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the spring and summer. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Ceratostema ventricosum

Ceratostema ventricosum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Ceratostema ventricosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratostema ventricosum?

Ceratostema ventricosum

What is the common name of Ceratostema ventricosum?

Ventricose Ceratostema

Where is Ceratostema ventricosum native to?

South America

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