Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
obovatum
ID:
782801

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods 49: 2 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782134

Common Names

  • Calycophyllum Obovatum
  • Calycophyllum Tree
  • Calycophyllum Bush

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Description

Calycophyllum obovatum (also called Obovate Calycophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It is a climbing vine that grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Calycophyllum obovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycophyllum obovatum has yellow flowers with a white center and small, round seed pods. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves and the seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycophyllum obovatum is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in partial shade. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and placed in a rooting medium. The tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Calycophyllum obovatum

Calycophyllum obovatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Calycophyllum obovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycophyllum obovatum?

Calycophyllum obovatum

What is the common name of Calycophyllum obovatum?

Calycophyllum obovatum

What is the natural habitat of Calycophyllum obovatum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-32062: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.