Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hillc. & J.B.Gillett) Thulin
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.10: 601 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285283
Common Names
- Chapmannia somalensis
- Somali Chapmannia
- Somalensis Chapmannia
Description
Chapmannia somalensis (also called Chapmannia somalensis, 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 somalensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chapmannia somalensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chapmannia somalensis 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 somalensis
Chapmannia somalensis is native to Somalia.
Chapmannia somalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chapmannia somalensis?
Chapmannia somalensis
What is the common name of Chapmannia somalensis?
No common name
What is the habitat of Chapmannia somalensis?
Found in tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Chapmannia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family