Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
anceps
ID:
583883

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 10: 12 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583215



Common Names

  • Anceps Campylospermum
  • Anceps Plant
  • Anceps


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Synonyms

  • Ochna anceps Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cercanthemum anceps Tiegh. [unknown]
  • Gomphia anceps Baker [unknown]
  • Campylospermum anceps perrieri (R.C.J.Gerard) H.Perrier [unknown]
  • Ouratea perrieri Gerard [unknown]
  • Ouratea anceps Baill. [unknown]

Description

Campylospermum anceps (also called Two-edged campylospermum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It has long, thin stems with small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Campylospermum anceps is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campylospermum anceps has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylospermum anceps 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 Campylospermum anceps

Campylospermum anceps is native to Mexico and Central America.

Campylospermum anceps FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylospermum anceps?

Campylospermum anceps

What is the common name of Campylospermum anceps?

Anceps Campylospermum

What is the natural habitat of Campylospermum anceps?

Deserts and scrublands

Species in the Campylospermum genus

Campylospermum paucinervatum, Campylospermum striatum, Campylospermum amplectens, Campylospermum anceps, Campylospermum angulatum, Campylospermum bukobense, Campylospermum cabrae, Campylospermum calanthum, Campylospermum claessensii, Campylospermum congestum, Campylospermum deltoideum, Campylospermum densiflorum, Campylospermum dependens, Campylospermum descoingsii, Campylospermum duparquetianum, Campylospermum dybovskii, Campylospermum elongatum, Campylospermum engama, Campylospermum excavatum, Campylospermum flavum, Campylospermum glaberrimum, Campylospermum glaucum, Campylospermum klainei, Campylospermum laeve, Campylospermum laevigatum, Campylospermum laxiflorum, Campylospermum lecomtei, Campylospermum mannii, Campylospermum obtusifolium, Campylospermum oliveri, Campylospermum perseifolium, Campylospermum reticulatum, Campylospermum sacleuxii, Campylospermum scheffleri, Campylospermum schoenleinianum, Campylospermum serratum, Campylospermum squamosum, Campylospermum subcordatum, Campylospermum sulcatum, Campylospermum umbricola, Campylospermum vogelii, Campylospermum louisii, Campylospermum bracteatum, Campylospermum cupreum, Campylospermum duparquetianum, Campylospermum excavatum, Campylospermum glaucum, Campylospermum inflatum, Campylospermum klainei, Campylospermum koumouloundonense,

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References

Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:605855-1: Based on the initial data import