Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
kamurensis
ID:
1263599

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Loes.) Govaerts

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
World Checkl. Seed Pl. 3(1): 13 1999

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262937

Common Names

  • Cassine kamurensis
  • Kamurensis Cassine
  • Kamurensis Wax Myrtle

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Description

Cassine kamurensis (also called 'Kamurensis Cassine', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has small, white, fragrant flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It grows in wet, marshy areas and is often found in coastal regions.

Uses & Benefits

Cassine kamurensis is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassine kamurensis is a yellow-green in colour and has a star-shaped form. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassine kamurensis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to 2m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Sow seed in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cassine kamurensis

Cassine kamurensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be found in moist and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Cassine kamurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassine kamurensis?

Cassine kamurensis

What is the common name of Cassine kamurensis?

Kamurensis Cassine

What is the natural habitat of Cassine kamurensis?

It is found in moist woods and thickets in Japan.

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 tro-50204827: Based on the initial data import
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Ludwig Eduard Theodor Loesener (1865-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loes.' in the authors string.