Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
molliculus
ID:
1512049

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) D.B.O.S.Cardoso, Filardi & H.C.Lima

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 23 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001373



Common Names

  • Ctenodon Molliculus
  • Molliculus Ctenodon
  • Molliculus's Ctenodon


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Description

Ctenodon molliculus (also called Soft Ctenodon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Africa. It has small, white flowers and glossy green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenodon molliculus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ctenodon molliculus var. breviflorus (Rudd) D.B.O.S.Cardoso, Filardi & H.C.Lima
Ctenodon molliculus var. molliculus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenodon molliculus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenodon molliculus is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ctenodon molliculus

Ctenodon molliculus is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in the tropical rainforests of Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Ctenodon molliculus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenodon molliculus?

Ctenodon molliculus

What type of plant is Ctenodon molliculus?

It is a flowering shrub

Where does Ctenodon molliculus grow?

It is native to Central America

Species in the Ctenodon genus

Ctenodon racemosus, Ctenodon lewisianus, Ctenodon lorentzianus, Ctenodon riedelianus, Ctenodon scoparius, Ctenodon sabulicola, Ctenodon rosei, Ctenodon priscoanus, Ctenodon podocarpus, Ctenodon pleuronervius, Ctenodon simulans, Ctenodon soniae, Ctenodon petraeus, Ctenodon paucifoliolatus, Ctenodon paucifolius, Ctenodon paniculatus, Ctenodon palmeri, Ctenodon oroboides, Ctenodon niveus, Ctenodon nicaraguensis, Ctenodon pinetorus, Ctenodon vogelii, Ctenodon simplicifolius, Ctenodon warmingii, Ctenodon viscidulus, Ctenodon vigil, Ctenodon venezolanus, Ctenodon veadeiranus, Ctenodon tumbezensis, Ctenodon tenuis, Ctenodon sousae, Ctenodon weberbaueri, Ctenodon nanus, Ctenodon lacabuendianus, Ctenodon matosii, Ctenodon martii, Ctenodon acapulcensis, Ctenodon marginatus, Ctenodon afranianus, Ctenodon lyonnetii, Ctenodon benthamii, Ctenodon langlassei, Ctenodon bradei, Ctenodon interruptus, Ctenodon brasilianus, Ctenodon mucronulatus, Ctenodon brevipes, Ctenodon leptostachyus, Ctenodon carichanicus, Ctenodon carvalhoi,

Species in the Fabaceae family