Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
624819

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane 2: 956 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624151

Common Names

  • Coussapoa Angustifolia
  • Narrow-Leafed Coussapoa
  • Coussapoa

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Description

Coussapoa angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Coussapoa, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to tropical South America. It has large, pinnate leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer months. It is typically found in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coussapoa angustifolia is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a dense, bushy growth habit and is often used as a hedge or screen plant. It is also used as a windbreak and can provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coussapoa angustifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are long and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coussapoa angustifolia is a small tree native to Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is done through stem cuttings or by seed. The seeds need to be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of 70-85°F (21-29°C) for germination.

Where to Find Coussapoa angustifolia

Coussapoa angustifolia is native to South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Coussapoa angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coussapoa angustifolia?

Coussapoa angustifolia

What is the common name of Coussapoa angustifolia?

Narrow-Leaved Coussapoa

What is the natural habitat of Coussapoa angustifolia?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Coussapoa genus

Coussapoa angustifolia, Coussapoa arachnoidea, Coussapoa argentea, Coussapoa asperifolia, Coussapoa batavorum, Coussapoa brevipes, Coussapoa chocoensis, Coussapoa cinnamomea, Coussapoa cinnamomifolia, Coussapoa contorta, Coussapoa crassivenosa, Coussapoa cupularis, Coussapoa curranii, Coussapoa david-smithii, Coussapoa dolichandra, Coussapoa duquei, Coussapoa echinata, Coussapoa ferruginea, Coussapoa floccosa, Coussapoa fulvescens, Coussapoa glaberrima, Coussapoa herthae, Coussapoa jatun-sachensis, Coussapoa latifolia, Coussapoa leprieurii, Coussapoa longepedunculata, Coussapoa macerrima, Coussapoa manuensis, Coussapoa microcarpa, Coussapoa microcephala, Coussapoa nitida, Coussapoa nymphaeifolia, Coussapoa oligocephala, Coussapoa orthoneura, Coussapoa ovalifolia, Coussapoa pachyphylla, Coussapoa parviceps, Coussapoa parvifolia, Coussapoa purpusii, Coussapoa scabra, Coussapoa sprucei, Coussapoa tessmannii, Coussapoa tolimensis, Coussapoa trinervia, Coussapoa valaria, Coussapoa vannifolia, Coussapoa villosa, Coussapoa viridifolia, Coussapoa darienensis, Coussapoa peruviana,

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,