Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
cymosa
ID:
336790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) E.L.Cabral & Bacigalupo

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 39: 353 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336122

Common Names

  • Denscantia cymosa
  • Cymose Denscantia
  • Climbing Denscantia

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Synonyms

  • Scandentia cymosa (Spreng.) E.L.Cabral & Bacigalupo [invalid]
  • Spermacoce cymosa Spreng. [valid]
  • Borreria cymosa (Spreng.) Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Borreria cymosa pedicellata K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Denscantia cymosa (also called Cymose Denscantia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, thickets, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Denscantia cymosa is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Denscantia cymosa is white, with a yellow center and a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Denscantia cymosa is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and grows best in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Denscantia cymosa

Denscantia cymosa is native to Brazil. It can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Denscantia cymosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Denscantia cymosa?

Denscantia cymosa

What is the common name of Denscantia cymosa?

Cymosa

What is the natural habitat of Denscantia cymosa?

Tropical rainforests

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-216492: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Nélida María Bacigalupo (1924-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bacigalupo' in the authors string.
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.