Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lasiocalyx
ID:
590319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alston

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot. 2: 269 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589651

Common Names

  • Lasiocalyx Cassipourea
  • Cassipourea lasiocalyx
  • Lasiocalyx Cassipourea

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Description

Cassipourea lasiocalyx (also called Rough-barked cedar, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to tropical South America. It typically grows to a height of 6–15 m (20–50 ft) and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm (12 in). It is found in wet forests, along streams and rivers, and in seasonally flooded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cassipourea lasiocalyx is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassipourea lasiocalyx is white and tubular in shape, with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassipourea lasiocalyx is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Cassipourea lasiocalyx

Cassipourea lasiocalyx is native to Cameroon. It can be found in humid montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Cassipourea lasiocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassipourea lasiocalyx?

Cassipourea lasiocalyx

What is the common name of Cassipourea lasiocalyx?

Lasiocalyx Cassipourea

What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea lasiocalyx?

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