Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 2: 250 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599888
Common Names
- Chartoloma platycarpum
- Broad-fruited Chartoloma
- Broad-fruited False Sarsaparilla
Synonyms
- Isatis platycarpa Bunge [unknown]
Description
Chartoloma platycarpum (also called 'Broad-fruited Chartoloma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to Australia and is found in lowland forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Chartoloma platycarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and fragrant white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chartoloma platycarpum is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chartoloma platycarpum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and kept moist.
Where to Find Chartoloma platycarpum
Chartoloma platycarpum is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along streams.
Chartoloma platycarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chartoloma platycarpum?
Chartoloma platycarpum
What is the family of Chartoloma platycarpum?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Chartoloma platycarpum?
Broad-fruited Chartoloma
Species in the Chartoloma genus
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Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
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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,
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Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
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Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
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Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,