Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
chevalieri
ID:
357680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hutch. & Dalziel) Troupin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 19: 423 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357012

Common Names

  • Kolobopetalum chevalieri
  • Chevalier's Kolobopetalum
  • Chevalier's Kolobopetalum Tree

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Synonyms

  • Rhigiocarya chevalieri Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]

Description

Kolobopetalum chevalieri (also called Chevalier's Kolobopetalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Kolobopetalum chevalieri is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kolobopetalum chevalieri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kolobopetalum chevalieri is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist medium such as sand or peat moss and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium such as sand or peat moss.

Where to Find Kolobopetalum chevalieri

Kolobopetalum chevalieri is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Kolobopetalum chevalieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kolobopetalum chevalieri?

Kolobopetalum chevalieri

What is the common name of Kolobopetalum chevalieri?

Chevalier's Kolobopetalum

What is the natural habitat of Kolobopetalum chevalieri?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Menispermaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2335009: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.
Georges M.D.J. Troupin (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Troupin' in the authors string.