Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolius
ID:
635078

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.P.Winkl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 57: 571 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634410

Common Names

  • Cypholophus Rotundifolius
  • Rotundifolius Cypholophus
  • Cypholophus of Rotundifolius

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Description

Cypholophus rotundifolius (also called Round-leaved 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 rotundifolius 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 rotundifolius 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 rotundifolius is a perennial herbaceous plant 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 rotundifolius

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

Cypholophus rotundifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cypholophus rotundifolius?

Cypholophus rotundifolius

What is the natural habitat of Cypholophus rotundifolius?

It is native to the East African region, including Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda.

What is the average size of Cypholophus rotundifolius?

The average size of Cypholophus rotundifolius is about 4-5 feet in height.

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,

References

Hubert J. P. Winkler (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.P.Winkl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:851387-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.