Fagraea carstensensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
carstensensis
ID:
686205
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wernham
Source:
cmp
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 111 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685538
Common Names
- Carstensensis Fagraea
- Fragrant Fagraea
- Fragrant Pear
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Fagraea carstensensis (also called Carstensen's fagraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Loganiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a tall, upright growth habit and produces white, yellow, or pink flowers in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Fagraea carstensensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its fragrant flowers. It is also used for timber and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Fagraea carstensensis are white with a yellow center, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.
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Fagraea carstensensis is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and will germinate in 4-6 weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location in the fall.
Where to Find Fagraea carstensensis
Fagraea carstensensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Fagraea carstensensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fagraea carstensensis?
Fagraea carstensensis
What is the common name of Fagraea carstensensis?
Carstens' Fagraea
What is the natural habitat of Fagraea carstensensis?
Fagraea carstensensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Fagraea genus
Fagraea acutibracteata, Fagraea annulata, Fagraea auriculata, Fagraea berteroana, Fagraea blumei, Fagraea bodenii, Fagraea borneensis, Fagraea carnosa, Fagraea carstensensis, Fagraea ceilanica, Fagraea coromandelina, Fagraea crassifolia, Fagraea curtisii, Fagraea dulitensis, Fagraea epiphytica, Fagraea euneura, Fagraea eymae, Fagraea fastigiata, Fagraea floribunda, Fagraea gardeniiflora, Fagraea gardenioides, Fagraea gitingensis, Fagraea graciliflora, Fagraea gracilipes, Fagraea havilandii, Fagraea iliasii, Fagraea imperialis, Fagraea involucrata, Fagraea kalimantanensis, Fagraea kinabaluensis, Fagraea kuminii, Fagraea litoralis, Fagraea longiflora, Fagraea longipetiolata, Fagraea macroscypha, Fagraea megalantha, Fagraea oblonga, Fagraea oreophila, Fagraea plumeriiflora, Fagraea pyriformis, Fagraea rarissima, Fagraea renae, Fagraea resinosa, Fagraea ridleyi, Fagraea salticola, Fagraea splendens, Fagraea stonei, Fagraea tacapala, Fagraea ternatana, Fagraea truncata,
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,
References
Herbert Fuller Wernham (1879-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wernham' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:546112-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.