Status:
valid
Authors:
Rose
Source:
cmp
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 278 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589950
Common Names
- Castela peninsularis
- Peninsular Castela
- Peninsular Castel
Synonyms
- Castelaria peninsularis Small [unknown]
Description
Castela peninsularis (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 peninsularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Castela peninsularis 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 peninsularis 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 peninsularis
Castela peninsularis can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Castela peninsularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Castela peninsularis?
Castela peninsularis
What is the natural habitat of Castela peninsularis?
Castela peninsularis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
What is the size of Castela peninsularis?
Castela peninsularis 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,