Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.) A.Chev.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Rev. Bot. Appl. Agric. Trop. 23: 34 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840705
Common Names
- Lanceolate Chassalia
- Lanceolate Bush
- Lanceolate Chassalia Bush
Description
Chassalia lanceolata (also called Chassalia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in lowland forests and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Chassalia lanceolata 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 lanceolata sub. lanceolata
Chassalia lanceolata sub. latifolia Verdc.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chassalia lanceolata is white and tubular with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chassalia lanceolata is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Chassalia lanceolata
Chassalia lanceolata is native to tropical Africa and is found in Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Chassalia lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chassalia lanceolata?
Chassalia lanceolata
What is the family of Chassalia lanceolata?
Rubiaceae
What is the common name of Chassalia lanceolata?
Lanceolate Chassalia
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,