Icacina claessensii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
claessensii
ID:
729659
Status:
valid
Authors:
De Wild.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Pl. Bequaert. 1: 237 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728992
Common Names
- Icacina claessensii
- Claessens's Icacina
- Claessens's Icacina Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Icacina claessensii (also called Claessens' Icacina, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to Madagascar. It is a perennial herbaceous plant with small white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Icacina claessensii is often used as a groundcover in areas with full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden. It is also used as a border or edging plant, as well as in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Icacina claessensii is a white, star-shaped bloom with yellow-green stripes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Icacina claessensii is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed sown in spring or autumn, or by cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Icacina claessensii
Icacina claessensii can be found in Africa.
Icacina claessensii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Icacina claessensii?
Icacina claessensii
What type of plant is Icacina claessensii?
Icacina claessensii is a species of flowering plant in the family Icacinaceae.
Where is Icacina claessensii native to?
Icacina claessensii is native to the tropical moist forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Icacina genus
Species in the Icacinaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2859966: Based on the initial data import
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.