Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
gabonense
ID:
1324599

Status:
valid

Authors:
Biss.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Blumea 58: 4 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337053



Common Names

  • Campylospermum Gabonense
  • Gabonense Campylospermum
  • Gabonense Campylospermum Plant


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Description

Campylospermum gabonense (also called 'Gabonense Campylospermum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading habit, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and is found in lowland forests, savannas, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Campylospermum gabonense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Campylospermum gabonense sub. australe Biss.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Campylospermum gabonense are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campylospermum gabonense is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Campylospermum gabonense

Campylospermum gabonense is native to Gabon and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the region.

Campylospermum gabonense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campylospermum gabonense?

Campylospermum gabonense

What type of plant is Campylospermum gabonense?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae

Where is Campylospermum gabonense found?

It is native to Gabon

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

Pulcherie Bissiengou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Biss.' in the authors string.