Chassalia magnificens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
O.Lachenaud
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 30: 132 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333125
Common Names
- Chassalia magnificens
- Magnificent Chassalia
- Magnificens Chassalia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chassalia magnificens (also called 'Magnificent Chassalia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and obovate leaves. It is native to India, and is found in subtropical and tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Chassalia magnificens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chassalia magnificens has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have opposite leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chassalia magnificens is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. It should be planted in a well-draining, fertile soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist, sterile medium.
Where to Find Chassalia magnificens
Chassalia magnificens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Chassalia magnificens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chassalia magnificens?
Chassalia magnificens
What type of plant is Chassalia magnificens?
It is a shrub
Where is Chassalia magnificens found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
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
Olivier Lachenaud (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Lachenaud' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119681-1: Based on the initial data import