Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
prostratus
ID:
635074

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(2): 263 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634406

Common Names

  • Cypholophus Prostratus
  • Prostrate Cypholophus
  • Prostratus Cypholophus

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Synonyms

  • Boehmeria prostrata Blume [unknown]

Description

Cypholophus prostratus (also called Trailing Cypholophus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to East Africa, specifically Kenya and Tanzania. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cypholophus prostratus is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cypholophus prostratus is a white or yellowish-white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cypholophus prostratus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The plant prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and will tolerate some frost. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Cypholophus prostratus

Cypholophus prostratus is native to India and can be found in the western and central parts of the country.

Cypholophus prostratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cypholophus prostratus?

Cypholophus prostratus

What is the natural habitat of Cypholophus prostratus?

Dry forests and shrublands

What are the common names of Cypholophus prostratus?

Prostrate cypholophus, low-growing cypholophus

Species in the Cypholophus genus

Cypholophus brunneolus, Cypholophus chamaephyton, Cypholophus coeruleus, Cypholophus decipiens, Cypholophus ellipticus, Cypholophus englerianus, Cypholophus friesianus, Cypholophus gjellerupii, Cypholophus integer, Cypholophus kerewensis, Cypholophus latifolius, Cypholophus ledermannii, Cypholophus lutescens, Cypholophus macrocephalus, Cypholophus melanocarpoides, Cypholophus melanocarpus, Cypholophus microphyllus, Cypholophus montanus, Cypholophus nummularis, Cypholophus pachycarpus, Cypholophus patens, Cypholophus prostratus, Cypholophus pulleanus, Cypholophus radicans, Cypholophus reticulatus, Cypholophus rotundifolius, Cypholophus rudis, Cypholophus stipulatus, Cypholophus trapula, Cypholophus treubii, Cypholophus vaccinioides, Cypholophus velutinus, Cypholophus vestitus, Cypholophus warburgianus, Cypholophus anisoneurus,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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