Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
volubile
ID:
910601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) J.T.Johanss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Blumea 33: 281 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000909936

Common Names

  • Volubile Coelospermum
  • Volubile Wax Plant
  • Volubile Waxvine

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Description

Coelospermum volubile (also called 'Twining Coelospermum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Coelospermum volubile 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coelospermum volubile has a white flower with a yellow lip. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelospermum volubile 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 volubile

Coelospermum volubile can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in the countries of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.

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-45375: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Jan Thomas Johansson (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Johanss.' in the authors string.