Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
pichoniana
ID:
804382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leeuwenb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Wageningen Agric. Univ. Pap. 97(2): 101 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000803716

Common Names

  • Carissa pichoniana
  • Carissa pichoniana
  • Carissa pichoniana

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Description

Carissa pichoniana (also called Pichon's Carissa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It is native to the coastal regions of South Africa and is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky outcrops, coastal scrub and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Carissa pichoniana is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant and is known for its ability to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carissa pichoniana is a small, white flower head, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, brown, three-sided nut. The seedlings have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carissa pichoniana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and rooted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Carissa pichoniana

Carissa pichoniana is native to tropical America, especially in Mexico and Central America.

Carissa pichoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carissa pichoniana?

Carissa pichoniana

What is the family of Carissa pichoniana?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Carissa pichoniana?

Pichon's Carissa

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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