Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
comptonii
ID:
220544

Status:
valid

Authors:
Puff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 31(1; 2): 32 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219873

Common Names

  • Anthospermum comptonii
  • Comptonii
  • Comptonii Plant

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Description

Anthospermum comptonii (also called Compton's anthospermum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It has ovate to oblong-lanceolate leaves with a smooth surface. Its native regions are Mexico and Guatemala, and it can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum comptonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high drought tolerance and can be used as a windbreak. The plant has a high oil content and can be used to make biodiesel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anthospermum comptonii are yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum comptonii is a shrubby plant that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, it requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Anthospermum comptonii

Anthospermum comptonii is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in areas with well-drained soils.

Anthospermum comptonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum comptonii?

Anthospermum comptonii

What is the common name of Anthospermum comptonii?

Compton's snowbush

What is the natural habitat of Anthospermum comptonii?

Mountainous regions

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10483: Based on the initial data import
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.