Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
protensa
ID:
589053

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 76 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588385



Common Names

  • Carronia protensa
  • Protensa Carronia
  • Protensa Carronia


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Synonyms

  • Aristega husemannii Fedde [unknown]
  • Husemannia protensa F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Carronia protensa (also called 'prolonged 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 protensa 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 protensa 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carronia pedicellata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Carronia protensa

Carronia protensa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Carronia protensa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carronia protensa?

Carronia protensa

What is the common name of Carronia protensa?

Prolonged carronia

What is the natural habitat of Carronia protensa?

Grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, 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, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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