Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tiegh.) Farron
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 35: 397 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583250
Common Names
- Glaucum Campylospermum
- Glaucum Cup-Flower
- Glaucum Suncup
Synonyms
- Ouratea bella Gilg [unknown]
- Exomicrum glaucum Tiegh. [unknown]
- Exomicrum membranaceum Tiegh. [unknown]
Description
Campylospermum glaucum (also called glaucous 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. The leaves are glaucous in color. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Campylospermum glaucum 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
The flower of Campylospermum glaucum is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are short and thin, with dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylospermum glaucum 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 glaucum should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Campylospermum glaucum
Campylospermum glaucum can be found in South Africa.
Campylospermum glaucum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylospermum glaucum?
Campylospermum glaucum
What is the common name of Campylospermum glaucum?
Glaucous Campylospermum
What is the natural habitat of Campylospermum glaucum?
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