Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
ellipticum
ID:
1059459

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desv.) Burkart

Source:
tro

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 16: 210, sine relat. loc. 1970

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001058797



Common Names

  • Camptosema ellipticum
  • Ellipticum Camptosema
  • Ellipticum


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Description

Camptosema ellipticum (also called Elliptic Camptosema, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. Its leaves are alternate, obovate to oblanceolate, and have a leathery texture.

Uses & Benefits

Camptosema ellipticum is used as a medicinal plant and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camptosema ellipticum is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Where to Find Camptosema ellipticum

Camptosema ellipticum is native to South America and can be found in dry, open woods.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-13056414: Based on the initial data import
Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.
Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.