Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
carnosus
ID:
830224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahlbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 13: 536 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000829559



Common Names

  • Centropogon carnosus
  • Carnosus Centropogon
  • Centropogon Carnosus


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Description

Centropogon carnosus (also called Flesh-colored Centropogon, among many other common names) is an evergreen herbaceous plant with lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Centropogon carnosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Centropogon carnosus is a white, tubular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centropogon carnosus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Centropogon carnosus

Centropogon carnosus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Centropogon carnosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centropogon carnosus?

Centropogon carnosus

What is the growth habit of Centropogon carnosus?

Centropogon carnosus is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

What is the typical height of Centropogon carnosus?

Centropogon carnosus typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

Species in the Centropogon genus

Centropogon acrodentatus, Centropogon aequatorialis, Centropogon alatus, Centropogon albertinus, Centropogon albolimbatus, Centropogon albostellatus, Centropogon alens, Centropogon alsophilus, Centropogon altus, Centropogon amplicorollinus, Centropogon aquilinus, Centropogon arachnocalyx, Centropogon arcuatus, Centropogon argutus, Centropogon asclepiadeus, Centropogon astrotrichus, Centropogon aurostellatus, Centropogon australis, Centropogon ayavacensis, Centropogon azuayensis, Centropogon baezanus, Centropogon balslevii, Centropogon bangii, Centropogon belliflorus, Centropogon beniteziae, Centropogon berteroanus, Centropogon beslerioides, Centropogon brachysiphoniatus, Centropogon brittonianus, Centropogon bruneotomentosus, Centropogon burmeisteroides, Centropogon calycinus, Centropogon candidatus, Centropogon caoutchouc, Centropogon capitatus, Centropogon carnosus, Centropogon carolinae, Centropogon cazaletii, Centropogon chiltasonensis, Centropogon chontalensis, Centropogon cinnabarinus, Centropogon coccineus, Centropogon comosus, Centropogon congestus, Centropogon connatilobatus, Centropogon cordifolius, Centropogon cornutus, Centropogon costaricae, Centropogon cupreus, Centropogon curvatus,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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