Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
kappleriana
ID:
629892

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 399 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629224



Common Names

  • Kappler's cuervea
  • Kapplers cuervea
  • Cuervea kappleriana


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Synonyms

  • Romualdea lancifolia Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Anthodon apiculatus Miers ex Peyr. [unknown]
  • Cuervea granatensis Miers [unknown]
  • Cuervea latifolia Miers [unknown]
  • Cuervea megacarpa Miers [unknown]
  • Cuervea mitchellae (I.M.Johnst.) A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea kappleriana Miq. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea megacarpa Peyr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea miersii Loes. [valid]
  • Hippocratea mitchellae I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea oblongata Sol. ex Miers [unknown]
  • Hippocratea aggregata Peyr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea granatensis Peyr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea inundata Mart. ex Peyr. [unknown]
  • Pristimera granulosa Miers [unknown]
  • Pristimera apiculata Miers [unknown]
  • Hippocratea lutea Gleason [unknown]
  • Hippocratea flava Gleason [unknown]
  • Pristimera oblongata Miers [unknown]
  • Hylenaea jamaicensis Miers [unknown]
  • Romualdea apiculata Triana & Planch. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea mitchelliae I.M.Johnst. [deprecated]
  • Hippocratea lancifolia N.Wilson ex Triana & Planch. [valid]

Description

Cuervea kappleriana (also called 'Kappler's Cuervea', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cuervea kappleriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuervea kappleriana is yellow with a dark center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuervea kappleriana is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Cuervea kappleriana

Cuervea kappleriana is native to tropical Africa and can be found in parts of Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Cuervea kappleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuervea kappleriana?

Cuervea kappleriana

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Asteraceae

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2747283: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.