Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
grossa
ID:
590110

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Roxb.) Kosterm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 39: 178 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589442

Common Names

  • Grossa Cassine
  • Grossa Cassin
  • Grossa

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Synonyms

  • Cassine glauca cochinchinensis Pierre [valid]
  • Elaeodendron dichotomum Royle [unknown]
  • Elaeodendron oxyodon Turcz. [unknown]
  • Euonymus grossus Wall. [unknown]
  • Euonymus tina Buch.-Ham. [invalid]
  • Elaeodendron glaucum cochinchinense (Pierre) Pit. [valid]

Description

Cassine grossa (also called Grossa 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 grossa 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 grossa 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 grossa 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 grossa

Cassine grossa is native to tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed sites.

Cassine grossa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassine grossa?

Cassine grossa

What is the common name of Cassine grossa?

Grossa Cassine

What is the natural habitat of Cassine grossa?

Cassine grossa 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2704287: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
André Joseph Guillaume Henri Kostermans (1906-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kosterm.' in the authors string.