Status:
valid
Authors:
H.C.Hopkins
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 62: 260 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506855
Common Names
- Codia belepensis
- Belep codia
- Belep codia tree
Description
Codia belepensis (also called Belep Codia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to New Caledonia. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 5 meters tall. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are white or yellowish. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Codia belepensis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is used to treat fever, coughs, and malaria. The bark is also used to make a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Codia belepensis is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Codia belepensis is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10m in height. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Codia belepensis
Codia belepensis is native to New Caledonia and can be found on the island of Belep.
Codia belepensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Codia belepensis?
Codia belepensis
What is the common name of Codia belepensis?
Belep codia
What is the natural habitat of Codia belepensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of New Caledonia
Species in the Codia genus
Codia belepensis,
Codia jaffrei,
Codia mackeeana,
Codia triverticillata,
Codia albicans,
Codia albifrons,
Codia cinerascens,
Codia discolor,
Codia ferruginea,
Codia fusca,
Codia incrassata,
Codia microphylla,
Codia montana,
Codia nitida,
Codia spatulata,
Codia xerophila,
Species in the Cunoniaceae family
Ackama australiensis,
Ackama nubicola,
Ackama paniculosa,
Ackama rosifolia,
Acrophyllum australe,
Acrophyllum venosum,
Aistopetalum multiflorum,
Aistopetalum viticoides,
Anodopetalum biglandulosum,
Bauera capitata,
Bauera rubioides,
Bauera sessiliflora,
Caldcluvia paniculata,
Callicoma serratifolia,
Ceratopetalum apetalum,
Ceratopetalum corymbosum,
Ceratopetalum gummiferum,
Ceratopetalum hylandii,
Ceratopetalum iugumense,
Ceratopetalum macrophyllum,
Ceratopetalum succirubrum,
Ceratopetalum tetrapterum,
Ceratopetalum virchowii,
Codia belepensis,
Codia jaffrei,
Codia mackeeana,
Codia triverticillata,
Codia albicans,
Codia albifrons,
Codia cinerascens,
Codia discolor,
Codia ferruginea,
Codia fusca,
Codia incrassata,
Codia microphylla,
Codia montana,
Codia nitida,
Codia spatulata,
Codia xerophila,
Cunonia alticola,
Cunonia aoupiniensis,
Cunonia atrorubens,
Cunonia austrocaledonica,
Cunonia balansae,
Cunonia bernieri,
Cunonia bullata,
Cunonia capensis,
Cunonia cerifera,
Cunonia deplanchei,
Cunonia lenormandii,