Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gilg) Farron
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 35: 393 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583224
Common Names
- Bukobense Campylospermum
- Bukobense Cup-Flower
- Bukobense Suncup
Synonyms
- Ouratea likimiensis De Wild. [unknown]
- Monelasmum bukobense Tiegh. [unknown]
- Gomphia florida Lye [unknown]
- Gomphia likimiensis (De Wild.) Verdc. [unknown]
- Ouratea bukobensis Gilg [unknown]
- Ouratea floribunda De Wild. [unknown]
- Campylospermum likimiense (De Wild.) I.Darbysh. & Kordofani [unknown]
Description
Campylospermum bukobense (also called Bukoba campylospermum, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Tanzania. It has long, thin stems with small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Campylospermum bukobense 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 bukobense 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campylospermum bukobense is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Cameroon and Gabon. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be fertilized every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Campylospermum bukobense
Campylospermum bukobense is native to Mexico and Central America.
Campylospermum bukobense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campylospermum bukobense?
Campylospermum bukobense
What is the common name of Campylospermum bukobense?
Bukobense Campylospermum
What is the natural habitat of Campylospermum bukobense?
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