Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
gabonensis
ID:
354008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Breteler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 24: 221 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353340

Common Names

  • Chaetocarpus gabonensis
  • Gabon Spike-rush
  • Gabon Spike-rush

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Description

Chaetocarpus gabonensis (also called Gabon Chaetocarpus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and is an evergreen perennial herb with small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chaetocarpus gabonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chaetocarpus gabonensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chaetocarpus gabonensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring and root them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Chaetocarpus gabonensis

Chaetocarpus gabonensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa.

Chaetocarpus gabonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chaetocarpus gabonensis?

Chaetocarpus gabonensis

What is the common name of Chaetocarpus gabonensis?

Gabon Chaetocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Chaetocarpus gabonensis?

Tropical forests

Species in the Peraceae family

Chaetocarpus gabonensis, Chaetocarpus acutifolius, Chaetocarpus africanus, Chaetocarpus castanocarpus, Chaetocarpus cordifolius, Chaetocarpus coriaceus, Chaetocarpus cubensis, Chaetocarpus echinocarpus, Chaetocarpus ferrugineus, Chaetocarpus globosus, Chaetocarpus myrsinites, Chaetocarpus parvifolius, Chaetocarpus pearcei, Chaetocarpus pubescens, Chaetocarpus rabaraba, Chaetocarpus schomburgkianus, Clutia abyssinica, Clutia affinis, Clutia africana, Clutia alaternoides, Clutia alpina, Clutia angustifolia, Clutia benguelensis, Clutia brassii, Clutia brevifolia, Clutia conferta, Clutia cordata, Clutia daphnoides, Clutia disceptata, Clutia dregeana, Clutia eckloniana, Clutia ericoides, Clutia ericoides, Clutia galpinii, Clutia govaertsii, Clutia heterophylla, Clutia hirsuta, Clutia hybrida, Clutia imbricata, Clutia impedita, Clutia jaubertiana, Clutia kamerunica, Clutia katharinae, Clutia kilimandscharica, Clutia lanceolata, Clutia laxa, Clutia marginata, Clutia monticola, Clutia nana, Clutia natalensis,

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