Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
balae
ID:
590069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 185 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589401

Common Names

  • Balae Cassine
  • Balae Cassin
  • Balae

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Description

Cassine balae (also called Balae Cassine, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a smooth, grey bark. It is native to tropical Asia and is found in open woodlands, scrublands and along roadsides. It has yellow flowers and long, narrow, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cassine balae is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassine balae is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassine balae is an evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a warm, sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Cassine balae

Cassine balae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cassine balae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassine balae?

Cassine balae

What is the common name of Cassine balae?

Balae Cassine

What is the natural habitat of Cassine balae?

Cassine balae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,