Carphalea cloiselii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Homolle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 83: 616 (1936 publ. 1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000804312
Common Names
- Carphalea Cloiselii
- Cloiselii Carphalea
- Carphalea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Carphalea cloiselii (also called Cloisel's Carphalea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to elliptic with entire margins. It is found in dry deciduous forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Carphalea cloiselii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful yellow flower and is often used to attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Carphalea cloiselii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Carphalea cloiselii is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of soil types and climates. Propagation is best achieved through seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a sunny position.
Where to Find Carphalea cloiselii
Carphalea cloiselii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Carphalea cloiselii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carphalea cloiselii?
Carphalea cloiselii
What is the common name of Carphalea cloiselii?
No common name
Where is Carphalea cloiselii found?
It is found in Madagascar
Species in the Carphalea genus
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34266: Based on the initial data import
Anne-Marie Homolle (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Homolle' in the authors string.