Status:
valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) Farron
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 35: 394 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583231
Common Names
- Claessensii Campylospermum
- Claessensii Cup-Flower
- Claessensii Suncup
Synonyms
- Ouratea claessensii De Wild. [unknown]
Description
Campylospermum claessensii (also called Claessens' wild potato, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Africa. It has an erect stem, reaching up to 1 meter in height, with a few branches. The leaves are alternate, simple, and elliptic to ovate-lanceolate. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Campylospermum claessensii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylospermum claessensii has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylospermum claessensii is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Campylospermum claessensii should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Campylospermum claessensii
Campylospermum claessensii is native to Mexico and Central America.
Campylospermum claessensii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylospermum claessensii?
Campylospermum claessensii
What type of plant is Campylospermum claessensii?
It is a shrub
Where is Campylospermum claessensii found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Campylospermum genus
Campylospermum paucinervatum,
Campylospermum striatum,
Campylospermum amplectens,
Campylospermum anceps,
Campylospermum angulatum,
Campylospermum bukobense,
Campylospermum cabrae,
Campylospermum calanthum,
Campylospermum claessensii,
Campylospermum congestum,
Campylospermum deltoideum,
Campylospermum densiflorum,
Campylospermum dependens,
Campylospermum descoingsii,
Campylospermum duparquetianum,
Campylospermum dybovskii,
Campylospermum elongatum,
Campylospermum engama,
Campylospermum excavatum,
Campylospermum flavum,
Campylospermum glaberrimum,
Campylospermum glaucum,
Campylospermum klainei,
Campylospermum laeve,
Campylospermum laevigatum,
Campylospermum laxiflorum,
Campylospermum lecomtei,
Campylospermum mannii,
Campylospermum obtusifolium,
Campylospermum oliveri,
Campylospermum perseifolium,
Campylospermum reticulatum,
Campylospermum sacleuxii,
Campylospermum scheffleri,
Campylospermum schoenleinianum,
Campylospermum serratum,
Campylospermum squamosum,
Campylospermum subcordatum,
Campylospermum sulcatum,
Campylospermum umbricola,
Campylospermum vogelii,
Campylospermum louisii,
Campylospermum bracteatum,
Campylospermum cupreum,
Campylospermum duparquetianum,
Campylospermum excavatum,
Campylospermum glaucum,
Campylospermum inflatum,
Campylospermum klainei,
Campylospermum koumouloundonense,
Species in the Ochnaceae family