Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
chartacea
ID:
614817

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soegeng

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 5: 273 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614149



Common Names

  • Chartacea Coelostegia
  • Papery Coelostegia
  • Papery Yellow-Eyed Grass


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Description

Coelostegia chartacea (also called Chartaceous Climbing-fig, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is a woody climber with thick, leathery leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to Borneo and can be found in lowland forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Coelostegia chartacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coelostegia chartacea is yellow in color and has three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coelostegia chartacea is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Malaysia, Sumatra, and Borneo. It is a shrub or small tree growing up to 6 m tall. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Coelostegia chartacea

Coelostegia chartacea is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and woodlands.

Coelostegia chartacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coelostegia chartacea?

Coelostegia chartacea

What is the family of Coelostegia chartacea?

Rubiaceae

What is the native range of Coelostegia chartacea?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

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