Status:
valid
Authors:
(Boiss.) Greuter & Burdet
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 13: 86 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597950
Common Names
- Ceriosperma macrocarpum
- Ceriosperma
- Ceriosperma Vine
Description
Ceriosperma macrocarpum (also called Large-Fruited Ceriosperma, among many other common names) is a mangrove species native to India, China, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines and New Guinea. It is found in coastal, brackish habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ceriosperma macrocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ceriosperma macrocarpum are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceriosperma macrocarpum is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by cuttings in summer. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Ceriosperma macrocarpum
Ceriosperma macrocarpum can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.
Ceriosperma macrocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceriosperma macrocarpum?
Ceriosperma macrocarpum
What is the common name of Ceriosperma macrocarpum?
Large-fruited Ceriosperma
What is the natural habitat of Ceriosperma macrocarpum?
It is native to Australia, where it grows in moist, shady areas.
Species in the Ceriosperma genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,