Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
schizocalyx
ID:
590364

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1901: 122 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589696

Common Names

  • Schizocalyx Cassipourea
  • Cassipourea schizocalyx
  • Cassipourea

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Synonyms

  • Weihea sericea Engl. [unknown]
  • Weihea kamerunensis (Engl.) Engl. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea kamerunensis Alston [unknown]
  • Cassipourea sericea Alston [unknown]
  • Dactylopetalum kamerunense Engl. [unknown]
  • Dactylopetalum sericeum Engl. [unknown]

Description

Cassipourea schizocalyx (also called split-leaved cedar, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a conical crown, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in wet or swampy areas. It is also found in mangrove swamps and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Cassipourea schizocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassipourea schizocalyx is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassipourea schizocalyx can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, moist soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Cassipourea schizocalyx

Cassipourea schizocalyx is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola and Tanzania. It is found in lowland rainforest, often on riverbanks.

Cassipourea schizocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassipourea schizocalyx?

Cassipourea schizocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea schizocalyx?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Africa

What are the common uses of Cassipourea schizocalyx?

The wood of Cassipourea schizocalyx is used for timber and fuel

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