Species:
verticillatoinundata
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thore) Rauschert
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Taxon 31: 556 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588205
Common Names
- Caropsis verticillatoinundata
- Verticillatoinundata Caropsis
- Caropsis Verticillatoinundata
Synonyms
- Petroselinum thorei Coss. ex Rchb. [unknown]
- Ptychotis verticillato-inundatum (Thore) M.Hiroe [unknown]
- Ptychotis thorei Gren. & Godr. [unknown]
- Ptychotis intermedia Dörfl. [unknown]
- Petroselinum intermedium Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Thorella bulbosa (Thore) P.Fourn. [unknown]
- Thorella verticillato-inundata Briq. [unknown]
- Sium bulbosum Thore [unknown]
- Sison verticillato-inundatum Thore [unknown]
- Sium intermedium DC. [unknown]
- Apium thorei Calest. [unknown]
- Carum intermedium Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Carum inundatum Lespin. [unknown]
- Carum thorei Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Helosciadium bulbosum (Thore) W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
- Helosciadium intermedium DC. [unknown]
Description
Caropsis verticillatoinundata (also called 'Whorled Caropsis', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem that grows up to 10 cm tall and is covered with small, toothed leaves. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Caropsis verticillatoinundata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caropsis verticillatoinundata has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bacopa amplexicaulis is a terrestrial orchid native to Brazil. It should be grown in a pot with a well-draining, bark-based potting mix. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.
Where to Find Caropsis verticillatoinundata
Caropsis verticillatoinundata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Caropsis verticillatoinundata FAQ
What is Caropsis verticillatoinundata?
Caropsis verticillatoinundata is a species of shrub in the family Apocynaceae.
Where is Caropsis verticillatoinundata found?
Caropsis verticillatoinundata is native to the Mediterranean region.
What is the growth habit of Caropsis verticillatoinundata?
Caropsis verticillatoinundata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height.
Species in the Caropsis genus
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Aciphylla glaucescens,
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Aciphylla hectori,
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