Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
elliptica
ID:
590280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 2: 131 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589612



Common Names

  • Elliptic Cassipourea
  • Cassipourea elliptica
  • Cassipourea


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Synonyms

  • Legnotis elliptica Sw. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea alba Griseb. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea belizensis Lundell [unknown]
  • Cassipourea brittoniana Fawc. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Cassipourea cubensis Urb. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea elliptica ovata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea elliptica parvifolia Stehlé [unknown]
  • Cassipourea elliptica pauciserrata Griseb. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea guianensis elliptica (Sw.) M.Gómez [unknown]
  • Cassipourea guildingii Briq. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea macrodonta Standl. [unknown]
  • Cassipourea podantha Standl. [unknown]
  • Endosteira oppositifolia Turcz. [deprecated]

Description

Cassipourea elliptica (also called Elliptic 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 elliptica is used as an ornamental plant, and its wood is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cassipourea elliptica are small, white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassipourea elliptica 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 elliptica

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

Cassipourea elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassipourea elliptica?

Cassipourea elliptica

What is the common name of Cassipourea elliptica?

Elliptic Cassipourea

What is the natural habitat of Cassipourea elliptica?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Africa

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,