Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
atanganae
ID:
1319949

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kenfack

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 33: 210 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332403

Common Names

  • Cassipourea Atanganae
  • Cassipourea
  • Atanganae

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Description

Cassipourea atanganae (also called 'Atangana Cassipourea' and 'Atangana', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to West Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry, tropical forests and in disturbed areas. It is also found in coastal areas and in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cassipourea atanganae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cassipourea atanganae has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassipourea atanganae is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree, native to India. It can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and moderate watering.

Where to Find Cassipourea atanganae

Cassipourea atanganae is found in Gabon.

Cassipourea atanganae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassipourea atanganae?

Cassipourea atanganae

What is the common name of Cassipourea atanganae?

Atangana Cassipourea

What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea atanganae?

Tropical and subtropical dry shrublands

Species in the Cassipourea genus

Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri, Cassipourea guianensis, Cassipourea gummiflua, Cassipourea hiotou, Cassipourea huillensis, Cassipourea killipii, Cassipourea korupensis, Cassipourea lanceolata, Cassipourea lasiocalyx, Cassipourea leptoclada, Cassipourea leptoneura, Cassipourea lescotiana, Cassipourea letestui, Cassipourea madagascariensis, Cassipourea malosana, Cassipourea microcarpa, Cassipourea microphylla, Cassipourea mollis, Cassipourea mossambicensis, Cassipourea myriocarpa, Cassipourea ndando, Cassipourea nialatou, Cassipourea nodosa, Cassipourea obovata, Cassipourea obtusa,

Species in the Rhizophoraceae family

Anopyxis klaineana, Blepharistemma membranifolium, Bruguiera cylindrica, Bruguiera exaristata, Bruguiera gymnorhiza, Bruguiera hainesii, Bruguiera parviflora, Bruguiera sexangula, Bruguiera rhynchopetala, Bruguieria rhedii, Carallia borneensis, Carallia brachiata, Carallia calophylloidea, Carallia calycina, Carallia coriifolia, Carallia eugenioidea, Carallia garciniifolia, Carallia hulstijnii, Carallia longipes, Carallia orophila, Carallia papuana, Carallia paucinervia, Carallia pectinifolia, Carallia suffruticosa, Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri,

References

David Kenfack (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kenfack' in the authors string.