Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Cooke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5(1): 418 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594204
Common Names
- Subfusca Orchid
- Centema Subfusca
- Centema Subfusca
Synonyms
- Pupalia subfusca Moq. [unknown]
- Trichinium subfuscum Moq. [unknown]
Description
Centema subfusca (also called dark centema, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Angola. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 10 cm. Its leaves are round to kidney-shaped and the flowers are small and white. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Centema subfusca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Centema subfusca is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centema subfusca can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It can be grown in a rock garden or in a container.
Where to Find Centema subfusca
Centema subfusca is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Centema subfusca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centema subfusca?
Centema subfusca
What is the common name of Centema subfusca?
Centema subfusca
What type of plant is Centema subfusca?
Herb
Species in the Centema genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,