Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
sphenophyllus
ID:
583765

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Venter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Taxon 46: 712 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583097



Common Names

  • Camptocarpus sphenophyllus
  • Sphenophyllus Camptocarpus
  • Sphenophyllus Camptocarpus Tree


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Synonyms

  • Tanulepis sphenophylla Balf.f. [unknown]
  • Tanulepis sphenophylla Balf.f. ex Baker [deprecated]

Description

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus (also called Sphenophyll Camptocarpus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to India and grows in moist forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or by cuttings.

Where to Find Camptocarpus sphenophyllus

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus can be found in the tropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camptocarpus sphenophyllus?

Camptocarpus sphenophyllus

What type of plant is Camptocarpus sphenophyllus?

Tree

What is the natural habitat of Camptocarpus sphenophyllus?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-2695323: Based on the initial data import
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
Hendrik Johannes Tjaart Venter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Venter' in the authors string.