Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
costatum
ID:
802749

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubrév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 164: 100 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000802083

Common Names

  • Costate Capurodendron
  • Costate Capurodendron Plant
  • Capurodendron Costatum

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Description

Capurodendron costatum (also called Costate Capurodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has a spreading habit and can reach up to 4 m in height. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are yellow. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in areas of high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Capurodendron costatum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Capurodendron costatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capurodendron costatum is a tropical plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cut a stem section about 4-6 inches long and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cut end in a rooting hormone and place it in a pot filled with moistened potting soil. Cover the pot with a plastic bag and place it in a warm, bright location. The cutting should root in about 4-6 weeks. Once the roots have formed, the plastic bag can be removed and the new plant can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Capurodendron costatum

Capurodendron costatum is native to Madagascar.

Capurodendron costatum FAQ

What is the common name of Capurodendron costatum?

Costate capurodendron

What is the natural habitat of Capurodendron costatum?

Tropical rainforests of Madagascar

What is the scientific name of Capurodendron costatum?

Capurodendron costatum

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34048: Based on the initial data import
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.