Craterispermum gabonicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gabonicum
ID:
1512043
Status:
valid
Authors:
Taedoumg & De Block
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001367
Common Names
- Craterispermum Gabonicum
- Gabonicum Craterispermum
- Gabonicum's Craterispermum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Craterispermum gabonicum (also called Gabon Craterispermum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Africa. It has small, white flowers and glossy green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Craterispermum gabonicum is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Craterispermum gabonicum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Craterispermum gabonicum is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Craterispermum gabonicum
Craterispermum gabonicum is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in the tropical rainforests of Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Craterispermum gabonicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Craterispermum gabonicum?
Craterispermum gabonicum
What type of plant is Craterispermum gabonicum?
It is a flowering shrub
Where does Craterispermum gabonicum grow?
It is native to Africa
Species in the Craterispermum genus
Craterispermum angustifolium, Craterispermum aristatum, Craterispermum caudatum, Craterispermum cerinanthum, Craterispermum congolanum, Craterispermum dewevrei, Craterispermum goossensii, Craterispermum grumileoides, Craterispermum inquisitorium, Craterispermum laurinum, Craterispermum ledermannii, Craterispermum longepedunculatum, Craterispermum microdon, Craterispermum montanum, Craterispermum reticulatum, Craterispermum schweinfurthii, Craterispermum parvifolium, Craterispermum motleyanum, Craterispermum puffianum, Craterispermum cervicorne, Craterispermum robbrechtianum, Craterispermum deblockianum, Craterispermum rumpianum, Craterispermum sonkeanum, Craterispermum capitatum, Craterispermum gabonicum, Craterispermum praslinense, Craterispermum silhouettense,
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,