Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 106 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589625
Common Names
- Floribunda Cassipourea
- Cassipourea floribunda
- Floribunda Cassipourea
Description
Cassipourea floribunda (also called Floribunda 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 floribunda 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 floribunda are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cassipourea floribunda 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 floribunda
Cassipourea floribunda can be found in West Africa.
Cassipourea floribunda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cassipourea floribunda?
Cassipourea floribunda
What is the common name of Cassipourea floribunda?
Floribund Cassipourea
What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea floribunda?
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,