Coccocypselum pulchellum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchellum
ID:
900996
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 9: 238 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000900331
Common Names
- Coccocypselum pulchellum
- Pulchra Coccocypselum
- Pulchra Coccocypselum Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coccocypselum pulchellum (also called Pulchellum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, round leaves and grows in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Coccocypselum pulchellum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coccocypselum pulchellum has small, yellow-green flowers with three stamens and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coccocypselum pulchellum is a small shrub native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Coccocypselum pulchellum
Coccocypselum pulchellum is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky soils. It is also found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Coccocypselum pulchellum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coccocypselum pulchellum?
Coccocypselum pulchellum
What is the family of Coccocypselum pulchellum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Coccocypselum pulchellum?
Pretty Coccocypselum
Species in the Coccocypselum genus
Coccocypselum bahiense, Coccocypselum anomalum, Coccocypselum aureum, Coccocypselum brevipetiolatum, Coccocypselum capitatum, Coccocypselum condalia, Coccocypselum cordifolium, Coccocypselum erythrocephalum, Coccocypselum geophiloides, Coccocypselum glaberrimum, Coccocypselum glabrifolium, Coccocypselum guianense, Coccocypselum hasslerianum, Coccocypselum herbaceum, Coccocypselum hirsutum, Coccocypselum hispidulum, Coccocypselum lanceolatum, Coccocypselum lymansmithii, Coccocypselum oblongatum, Coccocypselum ovatum, Coccocypselum pedunculare, Coccocypselum pulchellum,
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-44342: Based on the initial data import
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.