Status:
valid
Authors:
Thwaites
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Zeyl. : 152 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796625
Common Names
- Canthium campanulatum
- Campanulate Canthium
- Campanulatum Canthium
Description
Canthium campanulatum (also called Bell Canthium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to tropical Africa. It is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall, with glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Canthium campanulatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and balconies. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Canthium campanulatum has white flowers with yellow centers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Canthium campanulatum can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Canthium campanulatum
Canthium campanulatum can be found in the tropical forests of South East Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia.
Canthium campanulatum FAQ
What are the best growing conditions for Canthium campanulatum?
Canthium campanulatum prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
How often should Canthium campanulatum be watered?
Canthium campanulatum should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
How do you propagate Canthium campanulatum?
Canthium campanulatum can be propagated by cuttings or division.
Species in the Canthium genus
Canthium aciculatum,
Canthium angustifolium,
Canthium arboreum,
Canthium aurantiacum,
Canthium berberidifolium,
Canthium bipinnatum,
Canthium brunneum,
Canthium calvum,
Canthium cambodianum,
Canthium campanulatum,
Canthium cavaleriei,
Canthium ciliatum,
Canthium coffeoides,
Canthium congestiflorum,
Canthium cordatum,
Canthium coromandelicum,
Canthium depressinerve,
Canthium ellipticum,
Canthium fenicis,
Canthium ferrugineum,
Canthium filipendulum,
Canthium fraternum,
Canthium glaucum,
Canthium gracilipes,
Canthium hirtellum,
Canthium hispido-nervosum,
Canthium horridulum,
Canthium horridum,
Canthium inerme,
Canthium korthalsianum,
Canthium kuntzeanum,
Canthium laeve,
Canthium lasianthoides,
Canthium libericum,
Canthium longipes,
Canthium lucidum,
Canthium macrocarpum,
Canthium megacarpum,
Canthium megistocarpum,
Canthium merrillianum,
Canthium merrillii,
Canthium mite,
Canthium molle,
Canthium moluccanum,
Canthium oblongum,
Canthium oligocarpum,
Canthium parvifolium,
Canthium paucinervium,
Canthium pedunculare,
Canthium polyanthum,
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,