Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vogel) D.B.O.S.Cardoso, Filardi & H.C.Lima
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 27 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002863
Common Names
- Ctenodon podocarpus
- Podocarpus Ctenodon
- Ctenodon Podocarpus
Description
Ctenodon podocarpus (also called Podocarpus 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 podocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture making and for firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ctenodon podocarpus is a small yellow bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round berry. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ctenodon podocarpus 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 podocarpus
Ctenodon podocarpus can be found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.
Ctenodon podocarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ctenodon podocarpus?
Ctenodon podocarpus
What is the common name of Ctenodon podocarpus?
N/A
Where is Ctenodon podocarpus 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