Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
korupensis
ID:
1333402

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kenfack & D.W.Thomas

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Novon 24: 249 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345856



Common Names

  • Crotonogynopsis
  • Korupensis
  • Korup Croton


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Description

Crotonogynopsis korupensis (also called Korup Croton, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with yellow flowers. It is native to Cameroon and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Crotonogynopsis korupensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a pleasant fragrance and is often used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crotonogynopsis korupensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotonogynopsis korupensis is a shrub species native to Cameroon. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the stems. It prefers a sunny, well-drained location and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be kept in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied in the spring and summer months.

Where to Find Crotonogynopsis korupensis

Crotonogynopsis korupensis is native to Cameroon.

Crotonogynopsis korupensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotonogynopsis korupensis?

Crotonogynopsis korupensis

What type of plant is Crotonogynopsis korupensis?

It is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family.

Where is Crotonogynopsis korupensis found?

It is found in Cameroon.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

David Kenfack (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kenfack' in the authors string.
Duncan W. Thomas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Thomas' in the authors string.