Chassalia discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 34: 339 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840680
Common Names
- Discolored Chassalia
- Discolored Bush
- Discolored Chassalia Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chassalia discolor (also called Discolored Chassalia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Madagascar. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Chassalia discolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Chassalia discolor sub. discolorChassalia discolor sub. grandifolia Verdc.
Chassalia discolor sub. taitensis Verdc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chassalia discolor has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chassalia discolor is a species of orchid found in Madagascar. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It should be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the plant or by seed.
Where to Find Chassalia discolor
Chassalia discolor is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Chassalia discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chassalia discolor?
Chassalia discolor
What type of plant is Chassalia discolor?
Chassalia discolor is an evergreen shrub
Where is Chassalia discolor native to?
Chassalia discolor is native to 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-38491: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.