Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
orthocarpa
ID:
590652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul. & Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 11: 110 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589984

Common Names

  • Castelnavia orthocarpa
  • Straight-fruited Castelnavia
  • Straight-fruited Castelnav

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Synonyms

  • Carajaea orthocarpa Wedd. [unknown]

Description

Castelnavia orthocarpa (also called Straight-Fruited Castelnavia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded crown and can reach up to 5 meters in height. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Castelnavia orthocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castelnavia orthocarpa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castelnavia orthocarpa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Castelnavia orthocarpa

Castelnavia orthocarpa is native to Southeast Asia.

Castelnavia orthocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castelnavia orthocarpa?

Castelnavia orthocarpa

What is the common name of Castelnavia orthocarpa?

Orthocarpous Castelnavia

What is the natural habitat of Castelnavia orthocarpa?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2704805: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.