Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chrysomallum
ID:
333682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steud.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. , ed. 2, 2: 777 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333014



Common Names

  • Chrysomallum Vitex
  • Chrysomallum Chaste Tree
  • Chrysomallum Sage


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Synonyms

  • Vitex melleri Baker [unknown]
  • Chrysomallum madagascariense Thouars ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Vitex chrysomallum longicalyx Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex chrysomallum tomentella Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex coriacea Schlechter ex Pieper [unknown]
  • Vitex aurata Hils. & Bojer [unknown]

Description

Vitex chrysomallum (also called Golden-haired Vitex, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Africa. It grows to a height of up to 15 meters and has a trunk diameter of up to 40 cm. It is found in dry savannas and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vitex chrysomallum is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb, and as a source of essential oils. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vitex chrysomallum has small, white flowers that have a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vitex chrysomallum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vitex chrysomallum

Vitex chrysomallum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal east to Sudan and south to Angola and Mozambique. It is also found in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.

Vitex chrysomallum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vitex chrysomallum?

Vitex chrysomallum

What is the family of Vitex chrysomallum?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Vitex chrysomallum?

Golden Vitex

Species in the Vitex genus

Vitex acuminata, Vitex acunae, Vitex agelaeifolia, Vitex agnus-castus, Vitex ajugiflora, Vitex altissima, Vitex amaniensis, Vitex angolensis, Vitex aurea, Vitex befotakensis, Vitex benuensis, Vitex beraviensis, Vitex betsiliensis, Vitex bogalensis, Vitex bojeri, Vitex bracteata, Vitex brevilabiata, Vitex brevipetiolata, Vitex buchananii, Vitex burmensis, Vitex caespitosa, Vitex calothyrsa, Vitex canescens, Vitex capitata, Vitex carbunculorum, Vitex cauliflora, Vitex cestroides, Vitex chrysleriana, Vitex chrysocarpa, Vitex chrysomallum, Vitex ciliata, Vitex clementis, Vitex cochinchinensis, Vitex cofassus, Vitex collina, Vitex colombiensis, Vitex compressa, Vitex congolensis, Vitex cooperi, Vitex coursi, Vitex cuspidata, Vitex cymosa, Vitex degeneriana, Vitex dinklagei, Vitex discoideo-glandulosa, Vitex divaricata, Vitex diversifolia, Vitex djumaensis, Vitex doniana, Vitex duckei,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References