Duosperma grandiflorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorum
ID:
507734
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vollesen
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 320 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507066
Common Names
- Duosperma grandiflorum
- Grandiflorum Duosperma
- Grandiflorum Iceplant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Duosperma grandiflorum (also called 'Cape Ivy', among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen vine native to South Africa. It has glossy, dark green foliage and small white flowers. It is usually found in moist areas, such as riverbanks and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Duosperma grandiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Duosperma grandiflorum flower is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long leaf.
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Duosperma grandiflorum is a perennial, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil.
Where to Find Duosperma grandiflorum
Duosperma grandiflorum is native to South America and can be found in tropical forests.
Duosperma grandiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Duosperma grandiflorum?
Duosperma grandiflorum
What is the common name of Duosperma grandiflorum?
Large-flowered Duosperma
Where is Duosperma grandiflorum found?
It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras
Species in the Duosperma genus
Duosperma actinotrichum, Duosperma dichotomum, Duosperma glabratum, Duosperma grandiflorum, Duosperma latifolium, Duosperma livingstoniense, Duosperma longicalyx, Duosperma parviflorum, Duosperma porotoense, Duosperma rehmannii, Duosperma stoloniferum, Duosperma subquadrangulare, Duosperma tanzaniense, Duosperma transvaalense, Duosperma clarae, Duosperma crenatum, Duosperma cuprinum, Duosperma densiflorum, Duosperma fanshawei, Duosperma fimbriatum, Duosperma kilimandscharicum, Duosperma nudantherum, Duosperma quadrangulare, Duosperma sessilifolium, Duosperma trachyphyllum, Duosperma kaessneri,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.