Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
beccariana
ID:
831196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 11: 131 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830531



Common Names

  • Cephalomappa beccariana
  • Beccarian Cephalomappa
  • Beccarian Cephalomappa


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Description

Cephalomappa beccariana (also called Beccarian Cephalomappa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to India. It has a single stem and its leaves are oblong and leathery. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalomappa beccariana is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an antioxidant and to boost the immune system. Non-medicinal uses include as a food source and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cephalomappa beccariana var. beccariana
Cephalomappa beccariana var. tenuifolia Airy Shaw

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalomappa beccariana is white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalomappa beccariana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry and mesic forests from sea level to an elevation of 1,000 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Cephalomappa beccariana

Cephalomappa beccariana can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Cephalomappa beccariana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalomappa beccariana?

Cephalomappa beccariana

What is the family of Cephalomappa beccariana?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Cephalomappa beccariana?

Beccarian Cephalomappa

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

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