Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cavaleriei
ID:
797365

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 434 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796698

Common Names

  • Canthium cavaleriei
  • Cavaleriei Canthium
  • Cavalerie's Canthium

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Description

Canthium cavaleriei (also called Cavalerie's Canthium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to tropical Africa. It is a small evergreen shrub, growing up to 3 m tall, with glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Canthium cavaleriei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Canthium cavaleriei is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canthium cavaleriei can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Canthium cavaleriei

Canthium cavaleriei is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Canthium cavaleriei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canthium cavaleriei?

Canthium cavaleriei

What is the common name of Canthium cavaleriei?

Canthium

What is the natural habitat of Canthium cavaleriei?

Tropical forests

Species in the Canthium genus

Canthium aciculatum, Canthium angustifolium, Canthium arboreum, Canthium aurantiacum, Canthium berberidifolium, Canthium bipinnatum, Canthium brunneum, Canthium calvum, Canthium cambodianum, Canthium campanulatum, Canthium cavaleriei, Canthium ciliatum, Canthium coffeoides, Canthium congestiflorum, Canthium cordatum, Canthium coromandelicum, Canthium depressinerve, Canthium ellipticum, Canthium fenicis, Canthium ferrugineum, Canthium filipendulum, Canthium fraternum, Canthium glaucum, Canthium gracilipes, Canthium hirtellum, Canthium hispido-nervosum, Canthium horridulum, Canthium horridum, Canthium inerme, Canthium korthalsianum, Canthium kuntzeanum, Canthium laeve, Canthium lasianthoides, Canthium libericum, Canthium longipes, Canthium lucidum, Canthium macrocarpum, Canthium megacarpum, Canthium megistocarpum, Canthium merrillianum, Canthium merrillii, Canthium mite, Canthium molle, Canthium moluccanum, Canthium oblongum, Canthium oligocarpum, Canthium parvifolium, Canthium paucinervium, Canthium pedunculare, Canthium polyanthum,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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