Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
congolanus
ID:
618712

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Schellenb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 127: 289 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000618044

Common Names

  • Connarus congolanus
  • Congolanus Connarus
  • Congolanus's Connarus

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Description

Connarus congolanus (also called Chinese Boxwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright habit and glossy, leathery leaves. It is native to China and Taiwan and is found in forests, scrub and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Connarus congolanus is used as a source of firewood and for making furniture. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Connarus congolanus has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Connarus congolanus is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Connarus congolanus

Connarus congolanus can be found in West and Central Africa.

Connarus congolanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Connarus congolanus?

Connarus congolanus

What is the common name of Connarus congolanus?

Congolese Connar

What is the natural habitat of Connarus congolanus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Connarus genus

Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis, Connarus culionensis, Connarus cuneifolius, Connarus detersoides, Connarus detersus, Connarus ecuadorensis, Connarus elsae, Connarus erianthus, Connarus euphlebius, Connarus fasciculatus, Connarus favosus, Connarus ferrugineus, Connarus gabonensis, Connarus grandifolius, Connarus grandis, Connarus griffonianus, Connarus guggenheimii, Connarus impressinervis, Connarus incomptus, Connarus jaramilloi, Connarus kingii, Connarus lambertii, Connarus lamii, Connarus latifolius, Connarus lentiginosus, Connarus longipetalus, Connarus longistipitatus, Connarus lucens, Connarus marginatus, Connarus marlenei, Connarus martii, Connarus megacarpus, Connarus monocarpos,

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2734239: Based on the initial data import
Gustav Schellenberg (1882-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Schellenb.' in the authors string.