Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brandegee) A.Delgado
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 24 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002873
Common Names
- Ctenodon niveus
- Niveus Ctenodon
- Ctenodon Niveus
Description
Ctenodon niveus (also called Snowy Ctenodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Ctenodon niveus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ctenodon niveus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ctenodon niveus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be dug up and divided into smaller sections, each with at least one shoot and some roots. The divisions should be replanted immediately.
Where to Find Ctenodon niveus
Ctenodon niveus can be found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.
Ctenodon niveus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ctenodon niveus?
Ctenodon niveus
What is the common name of Ctenodon niveus?
N/A
Where is Ctenodon niveus found?
Mexico
Species in the Ctenodon genus
Ctenodon racemosus,
Ctenodon lewisianus,
Ctenodon lorentzianus,
Ctenodon riedelianus,
Ctenodon scoparius,
Ctenodon sabulicola,
Ctenodon rosei,
Ctenodon priscoanus,
Ctenodon podocarpus,
Ctenodon pleuronervius,
Ctenodon simulans,
Ctenodon soniae,
Ctenodon petraeus,
Ctenodon paucifoliolatus,
Ctenodon paucifolius,
Ctenodon paniculatus,
Ctenodon palmeri,
Ctenodon oroboides,
Ctenodon niveus,
Ctenodon nicaraguensis,
Ctenodon pinetorus,
Ctenodon vogelii,
Ctenodon simplicifolius,
Ctenodon warmingii,
Ctenodon viscidulus,
Ctenodon vigil,
Ctenodon venezolanus,
Ctenodon veadeiranus,
Ctenodon tumbezensis,
Ctenodon tenuis,
Ctenodon sousae,
Ctenodon weberbaueri,
Ctenodon nanus,
Ctenodon lacabuendianus,
Ctenodon matosii,
Ctenodon martii,
Ctenodon acapulcensis,
Ctenodon marginatus,
Ctenodon afranianus,
Ctenodon lyonnetii,
Ctenodon benthamii,
Ctenodon langlassei,
Ctenodon bradei,
Ctenodon interruptus,
Ctenodon brasilianus,
Ctenodon mucronulatus,
Ctenodon brevipes,
Ctenodon leptostachyus,
Ctenodon carichanicus,
Ctenodon carvalhoi,
Species in the Fabaceae family