Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 217 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840757
Common Names
- Chassalia stenantha
- Stenantha Chassalia
- Stenanthas Chassalia
Description
Chassalia stenantha (also called African Chassalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in forests, woodlands, and grasslands. It is a small shrub with ovate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Chassalia stenantha 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 stenantha 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 stenantha is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining potting medium such as bark or moss. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.
Where to Find Chassalia stenantha
Chassalia stenantha is native to tropical Africa and can be found in lowland rainforests.
Chassalia stenantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chassalia stenantha?
Chassalia stenantha
Where is Chassalia stenantha native to?
Madagascar
What are the blooming times for Chassalia stenantha?
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,