Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
petraeus
ID:
1515248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) A.Delgado

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 26 (2020)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002867



Common Names

  • Ctenodon petraeus
  • Petraeus Ctenodon
  • Ctenodon Petraeus


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Description

Ctenodon petraeus (also called Petraeus' Ctenodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in wet forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenodon petraeus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ctenodon petraeus var. grandiflorus (Rudd) A.Delgado
Ctenodon petraeus var. madrensis (Micheli) A.Delgado
Ctenodon petraeus var. petraeus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenodon petraeus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenodon petraeus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be dug up and divided into smaller sections, each with at least one shoot and some roots. The divisions should be replanted immediately.

Where to Find Ctenodon petraeus

Ctenodon petraeus can be found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.

Ctenodon petraeus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenodon petraeus?

Ctenodon petraeus

What is the common name of Ctenodon petraeus?

N/A

Where is Ctenodon petraeus found?

Mexico

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

References