Comesperma sphaerocarpum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaerocarpum
ID:
617680
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steetz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 314 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617012
Common Names
- Comesperma Sphaerocarpum
- Sphaerocarpum
- Roundfruit Creeper
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- Bredemeyera sphaerocarpa (Steetz) Steenis [unknown]
Description
Comesperma sphaerocarpum (also called Round Fruited Comesperma, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white, star-shaped flowers with round fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Comesperma sphaerocarpum is used as a windbreak and as a source of firewood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Comesperma sphaerocarpum is white or pinkish-white. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Comesperma sphaerocarpum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers, or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently.
Where to Find Comesperma sphaerocarpum
Comesperma sphaerocarpum can be found in the coastal regions of Australia.
Comesperma sphaerocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Comesperma sphaerocarpum?
Comesperma sphaerocarpum
What are the common names of Comesperma sphaerocarpum?
Sphaerocarpum milkwort
What are the uses of Comesperma sphaerocarpum?
Comesperma sphaerocarpum is used in traditional medicine to treat coughs, colds, and other ailments
Species in the Comesperma genus
Comesperma acerosum, Comesperma apyllum, Comesperma breviflorum, Comesperma calcicola, Comesperma calymega, Comesperma ciliatum, Comesperma confertum, Comesperma defoliatum, Comesperma drummondii, Comesperma ericinum, Comesperma esulifolium, Comesperma flavum, Comesperma griffinii, Comesperma hispidulum, Comesperma integerrimum, Comesperma lanceolatum, Comesperma nudiusculum, Comesperma oblongatum, Comesperma pallidum, Comesperma patentifolium, Comesperma polygaloides, Comesperma praecelsum, Comesperma retusum, Comesperma rhadinocarpum, Comesperma scoparium, Comesperma secundum, Comesperma sphaerocarpum, Comesperma spinosum, Comesperma sylvestre, Comesperma virgatum, Comesperma viscidulum, Comesperma volubile, Comesperma xanthocarpum,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733244: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.