Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
firestoneana
ID:
590291

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Dalziel ex G.P.Cooper & Record

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Yale Univ. School Forest. 31: 37 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589623

Common Names

  • Firestoneana Cassipourea
  • Cassipourea firestoneana
  • Firestoneana Cassipourea

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Description

Cassipourea firestoneana (also called Firestone's Cassipourea, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has small, needle-like leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in alpine and subalpine regions, in moist, acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cassipourea firestoneana is used as an ornamental plant, and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cassipourea firestoneana are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassipourea firestoneana is a fast-growing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained, light soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cassipourea firestoneana

Cassipourea firestoneana can be found in West Africa.

Cassipourea firestoneana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassipourea firestoneana?

Cassipourea firestoneana

What is the common name of Cassipourea firestoneana?

Firestone's Cassipourea

What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea firestoneana?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Africa

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2704455: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Samuel J. Record (1881-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Record' in the authors string.
George Proctor Cooper (b.1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Cooper' in the authors string.