Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
canalense
ID:
456682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 88: 398 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456014

Common Names

  • Tapeinosperma Canalense
  • Canalense Orchid
  • Canalense Lipstick Orchid

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Description

Tapeinosperma canalense (also called Canal tapeinosperma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in dry, open habitats. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall, with a woody stem and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinosperma canalense is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a windbreak and shelterbelt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapeinosperma canalense has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinosperma canalense is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is usually found in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained cutting mix.

Where to Find Tapeinosperma canalense

Tapeinosperma canalense can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Tapeinosperma canalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma canalense?

Tapeinosperma canalense

What is the common name of Tapeinosperma canalense?

Canal Tapeinosperma

What is the natural habitat of Tapeinosperma canalense?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Tapeinosperma genus

Tapeinosperma acutangulum, Tapeinosperma canalense, Tapeinosperma campanula, Tapeinosperma borneense, Tapeinosperma babucense, Tapeinosperma aragoense, Tapeinosperma ampliflorum, Tapeinosperma amplexicaule, Tapeinosperma alatum, Tapeinosperma chloranthum, Tapeinosperma amosense, Tapeinosperma capitatum, Tapeinosperma robustum, Tapeinosperma pulchellum, Tapeinosperma psaladense, Tapeinosperma rubriscapum, Tapeinosperma pauciflorum, Tapeinosperma pancheri, Tapeinosperma pachycaulum, Tapeinosperma oblongifolium, Tapeinosperma nitidum, Tapeinosperma netor, Tapeinosperma nectandroides, Tapeinosperma multipunctatum, Tapeinosperma wagapense, Tapeinosperma rubidum, Tapeinosperma whitei, Tapeinosperma ligulifolium, Tapeinosperma vieillardii, Tapeinosperma vestitum, Tapeinosperma tenue, Tapeinosperma squarrosum, Tapeinosperma sessilifolium, Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum, Tapeinosperma schlechteri, Tapeinosperma commutatum, Tapeinosperma colnettianum, Tapeinosperma clethroides, Tapeinosperma clavatum, Tapeinosperma minutum, Tapeinosperma cuspidatum, Tapeinosperma grandiflorum, Tapeinosperma lenormandii, Tapeinosperma lecardii, Tapeinosperma laurifolium, Tapeinosperma laeve, Tapeinosperma koghiense, Tapeinosperma kajewskii, Tapeinosperma greenwoodii, Tapeinosperma cristobalense,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,