Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
preussii
ID:
779858

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(2): 175 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779191



Common Names

  • Calocrater preussii
  • Preuss's Calocrater
  • Preuss's Calocrater


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Description

Calocrater preussii (also called Preussii Trumpet Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama. It is a woody vine that grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calocrater preussii is used as a medicinal plant, for its wood and for its ornamental value. It is also used as a source of food for animals and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calocrater preussii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calocrater preussii is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Calocrater preussii

Calocrater preussii can be found in tropical Africa, particularly in the countries of Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.

Calocrater preussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calocrater preussii?

Calocrater preussii

What is the natural habitat of Calocrater preussii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What are the characteristics of Calocrater preussii?

It is a small shrub with hairy leaves and white flowers.

Species in the Calocrater genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-31775: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.