Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
socotranus
ID:
831136

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, II: 15 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830471

Common Names

  • Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus
  • Socotran Cephalocrotonopsis
  • Socotran Cephalocroton

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Description

Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus (also called Socotran Croton, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to Socotra, an island in the Indian Ocean. It has a single stem and its leaves are oblong and leathery. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It is also used as a houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a black seed coat. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Socotra Islands and is found in dry and mesic forests from sea level to an elevation of 1,000 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus

Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus can be found in the Socotra Archipelago of Yemen.

Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus FAQ

What is the common name of Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus?

Socotranus

What is the natural habitat of Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus?

Tropical rainforest

What is the growth habit of Cephalocrotonopsis socotranus?

Evergreen shrub or small tree

Species in the Cephalocrotonopsis genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-36776: Based on the initial data import
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.