Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
jamesii
ID:
632865

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Skan) O.J.Hansen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Dansk Bot. Ark. 32(3): 45 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000632197



Common Names

  • Jamesii Cycnium
  • Jamesii Cycnium Plant
  • Jamesii Cycnium Fern


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Description

Cycnium jamesii (also called James' tree-creeper, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a single stem that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Africa and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, woodlands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cycnium jamesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for weaving baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cycnium jamesii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals, each with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cycnium jamesii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Cycnium jamesii

Cycnium jamesii is native to Angola and Namibia.

Cycnium jamesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cycnium jamesii?

Cycnium jamesii

What are the common names of Cycnium jamesii?

James' Daisy, James' Daisy Bush

What is the growth habit of Cycnium jamesii?

It is a small, evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit.

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Sidney Alfred Skan (1870-1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skan' in the authors string.
Ove Juel Hansen (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.J.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801785-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].