Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phalanthopetalum
ID:
1250965
Status:
valid
Authors:
Staples
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Blumea 51: 425 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250303
Common Names
- Phalanthopetalum
- Cordisepalum
- Mistletoe
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum (also called Phalanthopetalum Cordisepalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, stomach ache, and headache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum?
Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum
What is the common name of Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum?
Phalanthopetalum Cordisepalum
What is the natural habitat of Cordisepalum phalanthopetalum?
It is native to South America, where it grows in moist forests and thickets.
Species in the Cordisepalum genus
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,
References
George William Staples (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staples' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77077675-1: Based on the initial data import