Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
caffrum
ID:
422303

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meisn.) Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 424 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421635



Common Names

  • Caffrum Vincetoxicum
  • Caffre Woodbine
  • Caffre Vincetoxicum


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Synonyms

  • Sphaerocodon obtusifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Gongronema welwitschii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Gymnema melananthum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Tylophora caffra Meisn. [unknown]
  • Sphaerocodon melananthus N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Sphaerocodon angolensis S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Vincetoxicum caffrum (also called Caffre's Vincetoxicum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to temperate regions of the world. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are ovate, with a serrated margin, and its flowers are white with a yellow center. It is found in moist habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vincetoxicum caffrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vincetoxicum caffrum has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vincetoxicum caffrum is a perennial vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is also drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Vincetoxicum caffrum

Vincetoxicum caffrum is native to Europe and parts of Asia.

Vincetoxicum caffrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vincetoxicum caffrum?

Vincetoxicum caffrum

What is the common name of Vincetoxicum caffrum?

Caffrum Vincetoxicum

What is the natural habitat of Vincetoxicum caffrum?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and thickets

Species in the Vincetoxicum genus

Vincetoxicum mukdenense, Vincetoxicum rotundifolium, Vincetoxicum roylei, Vincetoxicum rupestre, Vincetoxicum miquelianum, Vincetoxicum mozaffarianii, Vincetoxicum pannonicum, Vincetoxicum parviflorum, Vincetoxicum nipponicum, Vincetoxicum nigrum, Vincetoxicum leschenaultii, Vincetoxicum irrawadense, Vincetoxicum juzepczukii, Vincetoxicum matsumurae, Vincetoxicum lycioides, Vincetoxicum macrophyllum, Vincetoxicum longifolium, Vincetoxicum tenerrimum, Vincetoxicum ucrainicum, Vincetoxicum yonakuniense, Vincetoxicum purpurascens, Vincetoxicum sibiricum, Vincetoxicum spirale, Vincetoxicum speciosum, Vincetoxicum scandens, Vincetoxicum schmalhausenii, Vincetoxicum caffrum, Vincetoxicum assadii, Vincetoxicum atratum, Vincetoxicum biglandulosum, Vincetoxicum belostemma, Vincetoxicum canescens, Vincetoxicum glaucescens, Vincetoxicum globiferum, Vincetoxicum fuscatum, Vincetoxicum huteri, Vincetoxicum helferi, Vincetoxicum heterophyllum, Vincetoxicum himalaicum, Vincetoxicum hirsutum, Vincetoxicum hirundinaria, Vincetoxicum creticum, Vincetoxicum cordifolium, Vincetoxicum cissodes, Vincetoxicum chinense, Vincetoxicum erectum, Vincetoxicum dalzellii, Vincetoxicum exile, Vincetoxicum fasciculatum, Vincetoxicum flavum,

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:102699-1: Based on the initial data import