Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 5: 19 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909899
Common Names
- Paniculatum Coelospermum
- Paniculatum Wax Plant
- Paniculatum Waxvine
Description
Coelospermum paniculatum (also called 'Paniculate Coelospermum', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is a small shrub with long, narrow leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Coelospermum paniculatum is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Coelospermum paniculatum var. paniculatum
Coelospermum paniculatum var. syncarpum J.T.Johanss.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coelospermum paniculatum has a white flower with a yellow lip. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coelospermum paniculatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a light, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Coelospermum paniculatum
Coelospermum paniculatum can be found in the tropical rainforests of West Africa.
Species in the Coelospermum genus
Coelospermum dasylobum,
Coelospermum balansanum,
Coelospermum crassifolium,
Coelospermum decipiens,
Coelospermum fragrans,
Coelospermum paniculatum,
Coelospermum reticulatum,
Coelospermum salomoniense,
Coelospermum truncatum,
Coelospermum volubile,
Coelospermum purpureum,
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,