Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
afzelii
ID:
590258

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alston

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1925: 265 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589590



Common Names

  • Cassipourea afzelii
  • Afzelii Cassipourea
  • Afzelii Cassipourea


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Synonyms

  • Cassipourea caesia Stapf [unknown]
  • Dactylopetalum parvifolium Scott Elliot [unknown]
  • Weihea afzelii Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Cassipourea afzelii (also called Afzelius' Cassipourea, among many other common names) is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in wet areas, such as bogs and fens, and in moist, acidic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cassipourea afzelii is used as an ornamental plant, and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cassipourea afzelii flower is small, white and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassipourea afzelii is a fast-growing shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and planted in a well-drained, light soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cassipourea afzelii

Cassipourea afzelii is native to the mountains of western North America, from Alaska to California. It is found in moist alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Cassipourea afzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassipourea afzelii?

Cassipourea afzelii

What is the common name of Cassipourea afzelii?

Afzelia cedar

What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea afzelii?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Cassipourea genus

Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri, Cassipourea guianensis, Cassipourea gummiflua, Cassipourea hiotou, Cassipourea huillensis, Cassipourea killipii, Cassipourea korupensis, Cassipourea lanceolata, Cassipourea lasiocalyx, Cassipourea leptoclada, Cassipourea leptoneura, Cassipourea lescotiana, Cassipourea letestui, Cassipourea madagascariensis, Cassipourea malosana, Cassipourea microcarpa, Cassipourea microphylla, Cassipourea mollis, Cassipourea mossambicensis, Cassipourea myriocarpa, Cassipourea ndando, Cassipourea nialatou, Cassipourea nodosa, Cassipourea obovata, Cassipourea obtusa,

Species in the Rhizophoraceae family

Anopyxis klaineana, Blepharistemma membranifolium, Bruguiera cylindrica, Bruguiera exaristata, Bruguiera gymnorhiza, Bruguiera hainesii, Bruguiera parviflora, Bruguiera sexangula, Bruguiera rhynchopetala, Bruguieria rhedii, Carallia borneensis, Carallia brachiata, Carallia calophylloidea, Carallia calycina, Carallia coriifolia, Carallia eugenioidea, Carallia garciniifolia, Carallia hulstijnii, Carallia longipes, Carallia orophila, Carallia papuana, Carallia paucinervia, Carallia pectinifolia, Carallia suffruticosa, Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri,

References