Status:
valid
Authors:
Forman
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 371 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588384
Common Names
- Carronia pedicellata
- Pedicellata Carronia
- Pedicellata Carronia
Description
Carronia pedicellata (also called 'pedicellate carronia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to India and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Carronia pedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a stabilizer for sand dunes. It is also used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Carronia pedicellata is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carronia pedicellata is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Carronia pedicellata
Carronia pedicellata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Carronia pedicellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carronia pedicellata?
Carronia pedicellata
What is the natural habitat of Carronia pedicellata?
Grasslands, shrublands, and forests
What is the flower color of Carronia pedicellata?
White, yellow, or pink
Species in the Carronia genus
Species in the Menispermaceae family
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Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
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Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
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Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
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Abuta spicata,
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Abuta velutina,
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Albertisia crassa,
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Albertisia exelliana,
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