Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
peltatus
ID:
618870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Checklist Fl. Pl. Gymn. Brunei : 435 (1996 publ. 1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618202



Common Names

  • Connarus peltatus
  • Shield-shaped Connarus
  • Shield-shaped Conobea


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Description

Connarus peltatus (also called Peltate Connarus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Connaraceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil. It is found in tropical rainforests, in the understory of the forest, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Connarus peltatus is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and stomach ache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Connarus peltatus has small yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Connarus peltatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Connarus peltatus

Connarus peltatus can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Connarus peltatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Connarus peltatus?

Connarus peltatus

What is the common name of Connarus peltatus?

Peltate Connar

Where is Connarus peltatus native to?

India

Species in the Connarus genus

Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis, Connarus culionensis, Connarus cuneifolius, Connarus detersoides, Connarus detersus, Connarus ecuadorensis, Connarus elsae, Connarus erianthus, Connarus euphlebius, Connarus fasciculatus, Connarus favosus, Connarus ferrugineus, Connarus gabonensis, Connarus grandifolius, Connarus grandis, Connarus griffonianus, Connarus guggenheimii, Connarus impressinervis, Connarus incomptus, Connarus jaramilloi, Connarus kingii, Connarus lambertii, Connarus lamii, Connarus latifolius, Connarus lentiginosus, Connarus longipetalus, Connarus longistipitatus, Connarus lucens, Connarus marginatus, Connarus marlenei, Connarus martii, Connarus megacarpus, Connarus monocarpos,

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

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