Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
cassinoides
ID:
375616

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 166 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000374948



Common Names

  • Menepetalum cassinoides
  • Cascade Wattle
  • Cassinoides Wattle


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Synonyms

  • Menepetalum pachystimoides Loes. [unknown]

Description

Menepetalum cassinoides (also called African Corkwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It is found in moist forests, riverbanks, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Menepetalum cassinoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in wetland restoration projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Menepetalum cassinoides has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Menepetalum cassinoides is a shrub native to South America. It grows in moist soils and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be collected and sown in the fall or spring.

Where to Find Menepetalum cassinoides

Menepetalum cassinoides is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Menepetalum cassinoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Menepetalum cassinoides?

Menepetalum cassinoides

What is the common name of Menepetalum cassinoides?

Cassinoides menepetalum

What is the habitat of Menepetalum cassinoides?

It grows in dry, sandy soils in full sun

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,