Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
magna
ID:
1302825

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kainul.

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 44: 91 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315279

Common Names

  • Magna Chapelieria
  • Magna Chapelieria
  • Large Chapelieria

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Description

Chapelieria magna (also called 'Large Chapelieria', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Madagascar. It has a spreading habit with reddish-brown bark and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in dry deciduous forests and spiny bush habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chapelieria magna can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chapelieria magna is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chapelieria magna is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -7°C. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Chapelieria magna

Chapelieria magna can be found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.

Chapelieria magna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chapelieria magna?

Chapelieria magna

What is the natural habitat of Chapelieria magna?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Chapelieria magna?

July to August

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

Kent Kainulainen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kainul.' in the authors string.