Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1285946

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balf.f.) Thulin

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.19: 604 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285284



Common Names

  • Chapmannia gracilis
  • Graceful Chapmannia
  • Gracilis Chapmannia


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Description

Chapmannia gracilis (also called Chapmannia gracilis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico, Central America and South America. It has a thick, woody stem and grows to a height of up to 3 metres. Its leaves are opposite, obovate-lanceolate, and its flowers are yellow. It grows in tropical deciduous forests, tropical evergreen forests, and tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chapmannia gracilis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chapmannia gracilis is white or pinkish, with a yellowish center. The seed is small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chapmannia gracilis is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is found in Brazil. Cultivation and propagation of this species is not well known.

Where to Find Chapmannia gracilis

Chapmannia gracilis is native to Somalia.

Chapmannia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chapmannia gracilis?

Chapmannia gracilis

What is the common name of Chapmannia gracilis?

No common name

What is the habitat of Chapmannia gracilis?

Found in tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.