Corallocarpus perrieri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perrieri
ID:
1301621
Status:
valid
Authors:
Keraudren
Source:
tro
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 185: 68 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300959
Common Names
- Corallocarpus perrieri
- Perrier's Corallocarpus
- Perrier's False Agave
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Corallocarpus perrieri (also called 'Perrier's Corallocarpus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a climbing vine with alternate, palmately lobed leaves. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry forests, thickets, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Corallocarpus perrieri is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Corallocarpus perrieri is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Corallocarpus perrieri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Corallocarpus perrieri
Corallocarpus perrieri can be found in Madagascar.
Corallocarpus perrieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Corallocarpus perrieri?
Corallocarpus perrieri
What is the common name of Corallocarpus perrieri?
Perrier's Corallocarpus
What is the family of Corallocarpus perrieri?
Cucurbitaceae
Species in the Corallocarpus genus
Corallocarpus bainesii, Corallocarpus boehmii, Corallocarpus conocarpus, Corallocarpus dissectus, Corallocarpus ellipticus, Corallocarpus epigaeus, Corallocarpus poissonii, Corallocarpus schimperi, Corallocarpus schinzii, Corallocarpus tenuissimus, Corallocarpus triangularis, Corallocarpus welwitschii, Corallocarpus perrieri, Corallocarpus grevei, Corallocarpus glomeruliflorus,
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-9200399: Based on the initial data import
Monique Keraudren (1928-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keraudren' in the authors string.