Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carnosa
ID:
250403

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) W.H.Lewis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 53: 37 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249735

Common Names

  • Neanotis carnosa
  • Carnosa Neanotis
  • Carnosa Neanotis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Anotis carnosa (Dalzell) Hook.f. [valid]
  • Hedyotis carnosa Dalzell [valid]

Description

Neanotis carnosa (also called 'Bastard Sandalwood' and 'White Sandalwood', among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree, usually up to 20 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 60 cm. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland and hill forests, up to an elevation of 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Neanotis carnosa is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a wood preservative. The bark is used in the construction of boats and canoes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Neanotis carnosa are white or yellowish-white, with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neanotis carnosa is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Neanotis carnosa

Neanotis carnosa is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Neanotis carnosa FAQ

What is the common name of Neanotis carnosa?

Carnosa neanotis

What is the growth rate of Neanotis carnosa?

Moderate to fast

What is the light requirement of Neanotis carnosa?

Full sun to partial shade

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-133372: Based on the initial data import
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Walter Hepworth Lewis (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Lewis' in the authors string.