Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
tampinense
ID:
802917

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lecomte) Aubrév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 2: 96 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000802251

Common Names

  • Tampin Capurodendron
  • Tampin Capurodendron Plant
  • Capurodendron Tampinense

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Description

Capurodendron tampinense (also called Tampin capurodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Capurodendron tampinense 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Capurodendron tampinense var. tampinense
Capurodendron tampinense var. analamazaotrense Aubrév.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Capurodendron tampinense has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capurodendron tampinense is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10m in height. It is native to Madagascar and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Capurodendron tampinense

Capurodendron tampinense is native to the tropical rainforest of South America.

Capurodendron tampinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capurodendron tampinense?

Capurodendron tampinense

What is the family of Capurodendron tampinense?

Zingiberaceae

Where is Capurodendron tampinense found?

Madagascar

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-34065: Based on the initial data import
Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.
André Aubréville (1897-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aubrév.' in the authors string.