Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
590215

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 18: 291 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589547

Common Names

  • Tomentose Cassinopsis
  • Tomentose Cassin
  • Tomentose

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Description

Cassinopsis tomentosa (also called Ironwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests and woodlands. It has leathery, glossy leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cassinopsis tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source for humans and animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassinopsis tomentosa is yellow and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassinopsis tomentosa 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 Cassinopsis tomentosa

Cassinopsis tomentosa can be found in Madagascar.

Cassinopsis tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassinopsis tomentosa?

Cassinopsis tomentosa

What is the common name of Cassinopsis tomentosa?

Tomentosa Cassinopsis

What is the optimal growing environment for Cassinopsis tomentosa?

Cassinopsis tomentosa prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,