Status:
valid
Authors:
Ekman ex Urb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 20: 304 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589943
Common Names
- Castela jacquiniifolia
- Jacquin's Castela
- Jacquin Castel
Synonyms
- Castelaria jacquiniifolia Small [unknown]
Description
Castela jacquiniifolia (also called Redwood, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to Australia. It has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in dry woodlands and in open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Castela jacquiniifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for ground cover, and as a houseplant. It is known for its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, as well as its air-purifying properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Castela jacquiniifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Castela jacquiniifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.
Where to Find Castela jacquiniifolia
Castela jacquiniifolia can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Castela jacquiniifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castela jacquiniifolia?
Castela jacquiniifolia
What is the natural habitat of Castela jacquiniifolia?
Castela jacquiniifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
What is the size of Castela jacquiniifolia?
Castela jacquiniifolia is a small, twining vine that can reach up to 2 meters in length.
Species in the Castela genus
Castela calcicola,
Castela coccinea,
Castela depressa,
Castela emoryi,
Castela erecta,
Castela galapageia,
Castela jacquiniifolia,
Castela leonis,
Castela macrophylla,
Castela peninsularis,
Castela polyandra,
Castela retusa,
Castela spinosa,
Castela stewartii,
Castela tortuosa,
Castela tweediei,
Castela victorinii,
Species in the Simaroubaceae family
Ailanthus vietnamensis,
Ailanthus altissima,
Ailanthus excelsus,
Ailanthus fordii,
Ailanthus integrifolia,
Ailanthus triphysa,
Amaroria soulameoides,
Brucea antidysenterica,
Brucea bruceadelpha,
Brucea guineensis,
Brucea javanica,
Brucea macrocarpa,
Brucea mollis,
Brucea tenuifolia,
Brucea tonkinensis,
Brucea trichotoma,
Castela calcicola,
Castela coccinea,
Castela depressa,
Castela emoryi,
Castela erecta,
Castela galapageia,
Castela jacquiniifolia,
Castela leonis,
Castela macrophylla,
Castela peninsularis,
Castela polyandra,
Castela retusa,
Castela spinosa,
Castela stewartii,
Castela tortuosa,
Castela tweediei,
Castela victorinii,
Eurycoma apiculata,
Eurycoma harmandiana,
Eurycoma longifolia,
Gymnostemon zaizou,
Homalolepis salubris,
Homalolepis suaveolens,
Homalolepis subcymosa,
Homalolepis suffruticosa,
Homalolepis tocantina,
Homalolepis warmingiana,
Homalolepis arenaria,
Homalolepis cavalcantei,
Homalolepis cuneata,
Homalolepis docensis,
Homalolepis floribunda,
Homalolepis insignis,
Homalolepis intermedia,