Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentachotoma
ID:
841400

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 211 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840735

Common Names

  • Chassalia pentachotoma
  • Pentachotomous Chassalia
  • Pentachotoma Chassalia

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Description

Chassalia pentachotoma (also called 'Five-veined Chassalia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery leaves. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid forests, woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Chassalia pentachotoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chassalia pentachotoma has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are clustered in small, globular heads. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are small, with long, slender stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chassalia pentachotoma can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Chassalia pentachotoma

Chassalia pentachotoma can be found in tropical rainforests in Africa.

Chassalia pentachotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chassalia pentachotoma?

Chassalia pentachotoma

What is the family of Chassalia pentachotoma?

Rubiaceae

What is the habitat of Chassalia pentachotoma?

Forests and thickets

Species in the Chassalia genus

Chassalia blumeana, Chassalia griffithii, Chassalia ridleyi, Chassalia melanocarpa, Chassalia angustifolia, Chassalia triceps, Chassalia subcoriacea, Chassalia tahanica, Chassalia singapurensis, Chassalia elliptica, Chassalia nannochlamys, Chassalia bonifacei, Chassalia christineae, Chassalia euchlora, Chassalia lukwangulensis, Chassalia bipindensis, Chassalia acutiflora, Chassalia afzelii, Chassalia albiflora, Chassalia ambodirianensis, Chassalia androrangensis, Chassalia assimilis, Chassalia betamponensis, Chassalia betsilensis, Chassalia bojeri, Chassalia boryana, Chassalia bosseri, Chassalia bracteata, Chassalia buchwaldii, Chassalia capitata, Chassalia catatii, Chassalia caudifolia, Chassalia comorensis, Chassalia corallifera, Chassalia corallioides, Chassalia coriacea, Chassalia coursii, Chassalia cristata, Chassalia cupularis, Chassalia curviflora, Chassalia densiflora, Chassalia densifolia, Chassalia discolor, Chassalia doniana, Chassalia elongata, Chassalia eurybotrya, Chassalia gaertneroides, Chassalia grandifolia, Chassalia grandistipula, Chassalia hiernii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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