Status:
valid
Authors:
Callm., Phillipson & Buerki
Source:
cmp
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 30: 154 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508536
Common Names
- Bathiorhamnus capuronii
- Capuron's Bathiorhamnus
- Capuron's African Violet
Description
Bathiorhamnus capuronii (also called Capuron's Bathiorhamnus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to Madagascar, growing in dry forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bathiorhamnus capuronii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers, and can also be used as a groundcover in dry areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bathiorhamnus capuronii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bathiorhamnus capuronii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and covered lightly with the mix. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and treated with a rooting hormone. Plant in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist until established.
Where to Find Bathiorhamnus capuronii
Bathiorhamnus capuronii can be found in Madagascar.
Bathiorhamnus capuronii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bathiorhamnus capuronii?
Bathiorhamnus capuronii
What is the common name of Bathiorhamnus capuronii?
Capuronii
What is the natural habitat of Bathiorhamnus capuronii?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Bathiorhamnus genus
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,
References
Sven Buerki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buerki' in the authors string.