Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 234 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840748
Common Names
- Chassalia quaternifolia
- Quaternifolia Chassalia
- Chassalia
Description
Chassalia quaternifolia (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 quaternifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Chassalia quaternifolia are white to pale yellow, with a tubular corolla and four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chassalia quaternifolia 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 quaternifolia
Chassalia quaternifolia can be found in tropical rainforests in Africa.
Chassalia quaternifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chassalia quaternifolia?
Chassalia quaternifolia
Where is Chassalia quaternifolia native to?
Madagascar
What are the blooming times for Chassalia quaternifolia?
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,