Chassalia acutiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 214 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840633
Common Names
- Chassalia acutiflora
- Acutiflora Chassalia
- Chassalia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chassalia acutiflora (also called Acute-flowered Chassalia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to the Arabian Peninsula and is found in dry habitats. Its leaves are linear-lanceolate and its flowers are white or yellowish.
Uses & Benefits
Chassalia acutiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chassalia acutiflora is white with yellow or greenish-yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chassalia acutiflora is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light. The cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Chassalia acutiflora
Chassalia acutiflora can be found in Madagascar.
Chassalia acutiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chassalia acutiflora?
Chassalia acutiflora
What is the family of Chassalia acutiflora?
Rubiaceae
What is the native range of Chassalia acutiflora?
Madagascar
Species in the Chassalia genus
Chassalia blumeana, Chassalia griffithii, Chassalia ridleyi, Chassalia melanocarpa, Chassalia angustifolia, Chassalia triceps, Chassalia subcoriacea, Chassalia tahanica, Chassalia singapurensis, Chassalia elliptica, Chassalia nannochlamys, Chassalia bonifacei, Chassalia christineae, Chassalia euchlora, Chassalia lukwangulensis, Chassalia bipindensis, Chassalia acutiflora, Chassalia afzelii, Chassalia albiflora, Chassalia ambodirianensis, Chassalia androrangensis, Chassalia assimilis, Chassalia betamponensis, Chassalia betsilensis, Chassalia bojeri, Chassalia boryana, Chassalia bosseri, Chassalia bracteata, Chassalia buchwaldii, Chassalia capitata, Chassalia catatii, Chassalia caudifolia, Chassalia comorensis, Chassalia corallifera, Chassalia corallioides, Chassalia coriacea, Chassalia coursii, Chassalia cristata, Chassalia cupularis, Chassalia curviflora, Chassalia densiflora, Chassalia densifolia, Chassalia discolor, Chassalia doniana, Chassalia elongata, Chassalia eurybotrya, Chassalia gaertneroides, Chassalia grandifolia, Chassalia grandistipula, Chassalia hiernii,
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-38445: Based on the initial data import
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.