Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
princei
ID:
841405

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dubard & Dop) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 222 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840740

Common Names

  • Chassalia princei
  • Prince's Chassalia
  • Prince Chassalia

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Description

Chassalia princei (also called 'Prince's Chassalia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests, woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Chassalia princei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chassalia princei var. princei
Chassalia princei var. puberula Bremek.
Chassalia princei var. brachysepala Bremek.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chassalia princei has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chassalia princei 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 princei

Chassalia princei can be found in tropical rainforests in Africa.

Chassalia princei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chassalia princei?

Chassalia princei

Where is Chassalia princei native to?

Madagascar

What are the blooming times for Chassalia princei?

Late winter to early spring

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-38548: Based on the initial data import
Marcel Dubard (1873-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubard' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Paul Dop (1876-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dop' in the authors string.