Status:
valid
Authors:
Arènes
Source:
wcs
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 38 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267083
Common Names
- Peponidium cuspidatum
- Peponidium flavum
- Peponidium homolleae
Description
Peponidium cuspidatum (also called pointed peponidium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in dry and moist forest, woodland, and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Peponidium cuspidatum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an insect repellent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Peponidium cuspidatum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peponidium cuspidatum is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Peponidium cuspidatum
Peponidium cuspidatum is native to Madagascar and is found in dry grasslands and woodlands.
Peponidium cuspidatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peponidium cuspidatum?
Peponidium cuspidatum
What are the common names of Peponidium cuspidatum?
Cusp-fruited Peponidium
What is the natural habitat of Peponidium cuspidatum?
It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa
Species in the Peponidium genus
Peponidium calcaratum,
Peponidium capuronii,
Peponidium cuspidatum,
Peponidium flavum,
Peponidium homolleae,
Peponidium horridum,
Peponidium humbertii,
Peponidium ihosyense,
Peponidium lanceolatifolium,
Peponidium madagascariense,
Peponidium occidentale,
Peponidium orientale,
Peponidium pallens,
Peponidium pallidum,
Peponidium parvifolium,
Peponidium perrieri,
Peponidium pervilleanoides,
Peponidium pervilleanum,
Peponidium tsaratananense,
Peponidium velutinum,
Peponidium crassifolium,
Peponidium marojejyense,
Peponidium latiflorum,
Peponidium humbertianum,
Peponidium decaryi,
Peponidium sakalavense,
Peponidium sahafaryense,
Peponidium buxifolium,
Peponidium bosseri,
Peponidium boinense,
Peponidium blepharodon,
Peponidium arenesianum,
Peponidium anoveanum,
Peponidium cystiporon,
Peponidium ankaranense,
Peponidium viguieri,
Peponidium venulosum,
Peponidium tamatavense,
Peponidium subevenium,
Peponidium alleizettei,
Peponidium ovato-oblongum,
Peponidium densiflorum,
Peponidium micranthum,
Peponidium boivinianum,
Peponidium homolleanum,
Peponidium bakerianum,
Peponidium carinatum,
Peponidium celastroides,
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,