Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
bernardii
ID:
633516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morillo

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Pittieria 23: 37 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632848

Common Names

  • Cynanchum batangense
  • Cynanchum beatricis
  • Cynanchum bernardii

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Description

Cynanchum bernardii (also called Bernard's Swallow-wort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is typically found in dry grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cynanchum bernardii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynanchum bernardii is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynanchum bernardii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It is best to sow the seeds in early spring, as the plant will not tolerate frost. Once established, it requires little maintenance and can be harvested throughout the summer.

Where to Find Cynanchum bernardii

Cynanchum bernardii is native to Madagascar.

Cynanchum bernardii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynanchum bernardii?

Cynanchum bernardii

What is the common name of Cynanchum bernardii?

Bernard's swallow-wort

What is the natural habitat of Cynanchum bernardii?

It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Species in the Cynanchum genus

Cynanchum absconditum, Cynanchum abyssinicum, Cynanchum acidum, Cynanchum aculeatum, Cynanchum acuminatum, Cynanchum acutifolium, Cynanchum acutum, Cynanchum adalinae, Cynanchum africanum, Cynanchum alatum, Cynanchum altiscandens, Cynanchum ambovombense, Cynanchum ampanihense, Cynanchum analamazaotrense, Cynanchum anderssonii, Cynanchum andringitrense, Cynanchum angavokeliense, Cynanchum ansamalense, Cynanchum anthonyanum, Cynanchum antsiranense, Cynanchum appendiculatopsis, Cynanchum appendiculatum, Cynanchum arenarium, Cynanchum auriculatum, Cynanchum balense, Cynanchum baronii, Cynanchum batangense, Cynanchum beatricis, Cynanchum bernardii, Cynanchum bicampanulatum, Cynanchum bifidum, Cynanchum bisinuatum, Cynanchum blandum, Cynanchum blyttioides, Cynanchum bonariense, Cynanchum bosseri, Cynanchum boudieri, Cynanchum boveanum, Cynanchum bowmanii, Cynanchum brasiliense, Cynanchum brevicoronatum, Cynanchum bricenoi, Cynanchum bulligerum, Cynanchum bungei, Cynanchum callialatum, Cynanchum carautanum, Cynanchum caudigerum, Cynanchum celebicum, Cynanchum chanchanense, Cynanchum chinense,

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,

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