Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jack) D.J.Middleton
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 70: 389 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337280
Description
Codonoboea corniculata (also called 'Horned Codonoboea', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and South America, and is commonly found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Codonoboea corniculata is a popular ornamental plant, used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Codonoboea corniculata has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Codonoboea corniculata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Codonoboea corniculata
Codonoboea corniculata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is commonly found in wet, marshy areas and along riverbanks.
Codonoboea corniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Codonoboea corniculata?
Codonoboea corniculata
What is the common name of Codonoboea corniculata?
Horned Codonoboea
What is the natural habitat of Codonoboea corniculata?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Codonoboea genus
Codonoboea caelestis,
Codonoboea ericiflora,
Codonoboea leucocodon,
Codonoboea lilacina,
Codonoboea nivea,
Codonoboea rubiginosa,
Codonoboea robinsonii,
Codonoboea ridleyana,
Codonoboea reptans,
Codonoboea rugosa,
Codonoboea stolonifera,
Codonoboea yongii,
Codonoboea viscida,
Codonoboea venusta,
Codonoboea tiumanica,
Codonoboea soldanella,
Codonoboea serratifolia,
Codonoboea salicinoides,
Codonoboea salicina,
Codonoboea ramosa,
Codonoboea urticoides,
Codonoboea holttumii,
Codonoboea malayana,
Codonoboea longipes,
Codonoboea leucantha,
Codonoboea leiophylla,
Codonoboea lancifolia,
Codonoboea johorica,
Codonoboea inaequalis,
Codonoboea miniata,
Codonoboea hispida,
Codonoboea hirta,
Codonoboea hirsuta,
Codonoboea heterophylla,
Codonoboea kelantanensis,
Codonoboea platypus,
Codonoboea quinquevulnera,
Codonoboea pyroliflora,
Codonoboea puncticulata,
Codonoboea pumila,
Codonoboea pulchella,
Codonoboea primulina,
Codonoboea marginata,
Codonoboea pectinata,
Codonoboea pauziana,
Codonoboea parviflora,
Codonoboea nitida,
Codonoboea polyanthoides,
Codonoboea elata,
Codonoboea glabrata,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,