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Cercestis: African Climbing Aroids

Cercestis is a genus of about 10 obligate climbing aroids native to tropical West and Central Africa from Senegal through Uganda and Angola. Members produce long, leafless flagella at regular intervals along the stem and often develop fenestrated foliage, making them both intriguing for beginners and rewarding for dedicated aroid enthusiasts. 

See the species list below

CERCESTIS SPECIES

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Cercestis afzelii Tropical African aroid with glossy foliage and a climbing habit ideal for indoor and greenhouse displays.

Cercestis camerunensis Discover Cercestis camerunensis, a rare, climbing aroid from Cameroon with striking glossy foliage and unique growth habits.

Cercestis congensis Cercestis congensis is a rare climbing tropical aroid from the Congo Basin with unique glossy foliage and elegant growth.

Cercestis dinklagei Rare tropical aroid Cercestis dinklagei features striking foliage and a climbing habit. Learn its care and cultivation tips.

Cercestis hepperi Cercestis hepperi Jongkind is a rare tropical aroid with striking foliage and a climbing habit, valued for its ornamental beauty and unique growth.

Cercestis ivorensis Discover Cercestis ivorensis, a rare West African climbing aroid prized for its elegant foliage and unique tropical growth habit.

Cercestis kamerunianus Discover Cercestis kamerunianus, a rare tropical aroid with unique climbing growth and decorative foliage native to West African rainforests.

Cercestis mirabilis Discover Cercestis mirabilis, a rare tropical climbing aroid with unique foliage, ideal for collectors and tropical plant enthusiasts.

Cercestis sagittatus Explore Cercestis sagittatus Engl., a tropical climbing aroid with arrow-shaped leaves and ornamental appeal, ideal for indoor cultivation.

Cercestis taiensis Discover the tropical aroid Cercestis taiensis, a rare climbing plant with attractive foliage and intriguing botanical traits.

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