Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Family:
Species:
pumilus
ID:
599257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Shrubs Florida : 8 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000598589

Common Names

  • Cerothamnus Pumilus
  • String of Hearts
  • Climbing Rosary Vine

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Synonyms

  • Myrica pumila (Michx.) Small [unknown]

Description

Cerothamnus pumilus (also called 'Climbing Ceropegia', among many other common names) is a perennial, succulent, twining climber with cylindrical, fleshy stems. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky hillsides and on cliffs. It has small, white flowers with a yellow center.

Uses & Benefits

Cerothamnus pumilus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cerothamnus pumilus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cerothamnus pumilus is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from leaf cuttings. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem and allow it to dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. For leaf cuttings, take a leaf and allow it to dry for a few days before placing it in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Cerothamnus pumilus

Cerothamnus pumilus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula.

Cerothamnus pumilus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Cerothamnus pumilus?

Cerothamnus pumilus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

How much light does Cerothamnus pumilus need?

Cerothamnus pumilus prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Cerothamnus pumilus be watered?

Water Cerothamnus pumilus when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Cerothamnus genus

Species in the Myricaceae family

Canacomyrica monticola, Cerothamnus pumilus, Comptonia peregrina, Morella rotundata, Morella pubescens, Morella funckii, Morella parvifolia, Morella pilulifera, Morella interrupta, Morella diversifolia, Morella salicifolia, Morella holdridgeana, Myrica shaferi, Myrica serrata, Myrica dentulata, Myrica faya, Myrica cerifera, Myrica caroliniensis, Myrica gale, Myrica funckii, Myrica californica, Myrica parvifolia, Myrica rotundata, Myrica pubescens, Myrica pilulifera, Myrica picardae, Myrica javanica, Myrica lindeniana, Myrica arborea, Myrica punctata, Myrica spathulata, Myrica faya, Myrica hartwegii, Myrica heterophylla, Myrica holdrigeana, Myrica inodora, Myrica pavonis, Myrica brevifolia, Myrica cordifolia, Myrica diversifolia, Myrica humilis, Myrica integra, Myrica kraussiana, Myrica quercifolia, Myrica pringlei, Myrica phanerodonta, Myrica salicifolia, Myrica rubra, Myrica kandtiana, Myrica pensylvanica,