Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
rubicundum
ID:
174687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 201 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174016

Common Names

  • Red Tick-Clover
  • Red Clover
  • Tick-Clover

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Synonyms

  • Dioclea cassinoides Desf. [valid]
  • Kennedia splendens Meissner [deprecated]
  • Camptosema bellatulum Hoehne [valid]
  • Camptosema rubicundum angustifolia Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Dioclea glycinoides Hort.Belg. ex Pasquale [unknown]
  • Kennedia splendens Meisn. [unknown]
  • Camptosema rubicundum vestita Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Camptosema splendens (Paxton) Wright & Dewar [valid]
  • Kennedia splendens Paxton [valid]
  • Dioclea glycinoides Pépin [unknown]

Description

Camptosema rubicundum (also called Red Camptosema, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Camptosema rubicundum is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Camptosema rubicundum has white or yellow flowers that are fragrant and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camptosema rubicundum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Camptosema rubicundum

Camptosema rubicundum is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Camptosema rubicundum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camptosema rubicundum?

Camptosema rubicundum

What are the common names of Camptosema rubicundum?

Red Camptosema, Red Powderpuff, and Red Fairy Duster

What is the natural habitat of Camptosema rubicundum?

It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry, tropical climates

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.