Status:
valid
Authors:
Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 1: 466 (1860)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589496
Common Names
- Parvifolia Cassine
- Parvifolia Cassin
- Parvifolia
Synonyms
- Cassine burchellii Loes. ex Schinz [unknown]
Description
Cassine parvifolia (also called small-leaved cassine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Celastraceae family. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, and is found in disturbed habitats. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall, with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cassine parvifolia 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 parvifolia is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cassine parvifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Cassine parvifolia
Cassine parvifolia is native to tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed sites.
Cassine parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassine parvifolia?
Cassine parvifolia
What is the common name of Cassine parvifolia?
Parvifolia Cassine
What is the natural habitat of Cassine parvifolia?
Cassine parvifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Species in the Cassine genus
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,
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,