Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaudich.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1829
Citation Micro:
Voy. Uranie : 444 (1829)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599882
Common Names
- Charpentiera obovata
- Oval Charpentiera
- Oval False Sarsaparilla
Description
Charpentiera obovata (also called 'Oval Charpentiera', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to Australia and is found in lowland forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Charpentiera obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and fragrant white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Charpentiera obovata is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Charpentiera obovata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sunny location and kept moist.
Where to Find Charpentiera obovata
Charpentiera obovata is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Charpentiera obovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Charpentiera obovata?
Charpentiera obovata
What is the family of Charpentiera obovata?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Charpentiera obovata?
Oval Charpentiera
Species in the Charpentiera 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,