Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
duparquetianum
ID:
583911

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tiegh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 16: 43 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583243

Common Names

  • Duparquetianum Campylospermum
  • Duparquetianum Cup-Flower
  • Duparquetianum Suncup

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Synonyms

  • Ochna corymbosa Engl. [unknown]
  • Ouratea cameronii Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
  • Ouratea corymbosa Engl. [unknown]
  • Diphyllanthus duparquetianus Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Gomphia duparquetiana Baill. [unknown]
  • Ouratea duparquetiana Baill. [unknown]

Description

Campylospermum duparquetianum (also called Duparquet's 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 duparquetianum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, cough, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylospermum duparquetianum has small yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylospermum duparquetianum 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 duparquetianum should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Campylospermum duparquetianum

Campylospermum duparquetianum is native to Mexico and Central America.

Campylospermum duparquetianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylospermum duparquetianum?

Campylospermum duparquetianum

What is the common name of Campylospermum duparquetianum?

Duparquet's Campylospermum

What is the natural habitat of Campylospermum duparquetianum?

It is found in tropical rainforests, open woodlands, and savannas

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