Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
aoupiniensis
ID:
630014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoogland

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 19: 16 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629346



Common Names

  • Cunonia aoupiniensis
  • Aoupiniensis Cunonia
  • Aoupiniensis Cunonia


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Description

Cunonia aoupiniensis (also called Aoupiniensis Cunonia, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to New Caledonia. It is a medium-sized tree, up to 65 feet (20 m) tall and up to 3 feet (1 m) in diameter. It grows in moist, tropical forests at elevations of up to 6,000 feet (1,800 m).

Uses & Benefits

Cunonia aoupiniensis is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cunonia aoupiniensis has small yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cunonia aoupiniensis is a slow-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It should be planted in a sunny location in well-draining soil. It requires minimal water and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry. It should be fertilized once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cunonia aoupiniensis

Cunonia aoupiniensis is native to New Caledonia. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as montane forests and bamboo forests.

Cunonia aoupiniensis FAQ

What are the common names of Cunonia aoupiniensis?

Aoupini cunonia

What is the natural habitat of Cunonia aoupiniensis?

Forests of New Caledonia

What is the growth rate of Cunonia aoupiniensis?

Slow to medium

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References