Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
reptans
ID:
924411

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backer ex Bremek.) Bakh.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Blumea 12: 62 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923746

Common Names

  • Coptophyllum reptans
  • Creeping Coptophyllum
  • Coptophyllum

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Description

Coptophyllum reptans (also called Creeping Coptophyllum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and grows in a variety of habitats including coastal areas, lowland forests, and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Coptophyllum reptans is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate homes and gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is known for its glossy, evergreen foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coptophyllum reptans has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coptophyllum reptans is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and prune as needed to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Coptophyllum reptans

Coptophyllum reptans can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

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-46990: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Andries Backer (1874-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backer' in the authors string.
Reinier Cornelis Bakhuizen van den Brink hijo (1911-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bakh.f.' in the authors string.