Status:
valid
Authors:
Mabb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 6: 338 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000602828
Common Names
- Chisocheton Aenigmaticus
- Enigmatic Chisocheton
- Enigmatic Chisocheton
Description
Chisocheton aenigmaticus (also called Enigmatic Chisocheton, among many other common names) is a small tree with a spreading crown and small white flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Chisocheton aenigmaticus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach pains.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Chisocheton aenigmaticus is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, thin stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chisocheton aenigmaticus is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 5 m (16 ft) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers that appear in summer. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. They should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Chisocheton aenigmaticus
Chisocheton aenigmaticus can be found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Thailand.
Chisocheton aenigmaticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chisocheton aenigmaticus?
Chisocheton aenigmaticus
Where is Chisocheton aenigmaticus found?
Chisocheton aenigmaticus is found in Southeast Asia.
What type of plant is Chisocheton aenigmaticus?
Chisocheton aenigmaticus is a tree.
Species in the Chisocheton genus
Chisocheton aenigmaticus,
Chisocheton amabilis,
Chisocheton cauliflorus,
Chisocheton celebica,
Chisocheton ceramicus,
Chisocheton crustularii,
Chisocheton cumingianus,
Chisocheton curranii,
Chisocheton diversifolius,
Chisocheton dysoxylifolius,
Chisocheton erythrocarpus,
Chisocheton gliroides,
Chisocheton granatum,
Chisocheton grandiflorus,
Chisocheton koordersii,
Chisocheton lansiifolius,
Chisocheton laosensis,
Chisocheton lasiocarpus,
Chisocheton lasiogynus,
Chisocheton longistipitatus,
Chisocheton macranthus,
Chisocheton macrophyllus,
Chisocheton maxilla-pisticis,
Chisocheton medusae,
Chisocheton mendozai,
Chisocheton montanus,
Chisocheton novobritannicus,
Chisocheton patens,
Chisocheton pauciflorus,
Chisocheton pellegrinianus,
Chisocheton penduliflorus,
Chisocheton pentandrus,
Chisocheton perakensis,
Chisocheton pilosus,
Chisocheton pohlianus,
Chisocheton polyandrus,
Chisocheton rex,
Chisocheton ruber,
Chisocheton sapindinus,
Chisocheton sarasinorum,
Chisocheton sarawakanus,
Chisocheton sayeri,
Chisocheton schoddei,
Chisocheton setosus,
Chisocheton stellatus,
Chisocheton tenuis,
Chisocheton tomentosus,
Chisocheton velutinus,
Chisocheton vindictae,
Chisocheton warburgii,
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae,
Aglaia agglomerata,
Aglaia aherniana,
Aglaia amplexicaulis,
Aglaia angustifolia,
Aglaia apiocarpa,
Aglaia archboldiana,
Aglaia argentea,
Aglaia australiensis,
Aglaia barbanthera,
Aglaia basiphylla,
Aglaia beccarii,
Aglaia brassii,
Aglaia breviracemosa,
Aglaia brownii,
Aglaia bullata,
Aglaia ceramica,
Aglaia chittagonga,
Aglaia conferta,
Aglaia coriacea,
Aglaia costata,
Aglaia crassinervia,
Aglaia cremea,
Aglaia cucullata,
Aglaia cumingiana,
Aglaia cuspidata,
Aglaia densisquama,
Aglaia densitricha,
Aglaia edulis,
Aglaia elaeagnoidea,
Aglaia elliptica,
Aglaia erythrosperma,
Aglaia euryanthera,
Aglaia evansensis,
Aglaia eximia,
Aglaia exstipulata,
Aglaia flavescens,
Aglaia flavida,
Aglaia forbesii,
Aglaia foveolata,
Aglaia fragilis,
Aglaia glabrata,
Aglaia gracilis,
Aglaia grandis,
Aglaia heterotricha,
Aglaia hiernii,
Aglaia ijzermannii,
Aglaia integrifolia,
Aglaia korthalsii,
Aglaia lancilimba,