Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
alba
ID:
584003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schindl. ex Iokawa & H.Ohashi

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.72: 139 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583335



Common Names

  • Campylotropis alba
  • White Campylotropis
  • White Winged-seed


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Description

Campylotropis alba (also called White Campylotropis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It is found in lowland and montane rainforest, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Campylotropis alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campylotropis alba is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling of this plant is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylotropis alba can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Campylotropis alba

Campylotropis alba is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist deciduous forests and grasslands.

Campylotropis alba FAQ

What type of plant is Campylotropis alba?

Campylotropis alba is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family.

Where is Campylotropis alba native to?

Campylotropis alba is native to India.

What is the lifespan of Campylotropis alba?

The lifespan of Campylotropis alba is unknown.

Species in the Campylotropis genus

Campylotropis macrocarpa, Campylotropis hirtella, Campylotropis harmsii, Campylotropis capillipes, Campylotropis fulva, Campylotropis delavayi, Campylotropis diversifolia, Campylotropis henryi, Campylotropis trigonoclada, Campylotropis brevifolia, Campylotropis wenshaaica, Campylotropis tenuiramea, Campylotropis howellii, Campylotropis bonii, Campylotropis polyantha, Campylotropis sargentiana, Campylotropis argentea, Campylotropis parviflora, Campylotropis latifolia, Campylotropis pinetorum, Campylotropis sulcata, Campylotropis wilsonii, Campylotropis yunnanensis, Campylotropis decora, Campylotropis griffithii, Campylotropis luhitensis, Campylotropis macrostyla, Campylotropis falconeri, Campylotropis speciosa, Campylotropis stenocarpa, Campylotropis thomsonii, Campylotropis alba, Campylotropis alopochloa, Campylotropis burmanica, Campylotropis cytisoides, Campylotropis grandifolia, Campylotropis pauciflora, Campylotropis teretiracemosa, Campylotropis alopochroa, Campylotropis albopubescens, Campylotropis microphylla, Campylotropis luquanensis,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Anton Karl Schindler (1879-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schindl.' in the authors string.
Yu Iokawa: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iokawa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:996636-1: Based on the initial data import