Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ternifolia
ID:
841433

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 233 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840768

Common Names

  • Chassalia ternifolia
  • Ternifolia Chassalia
  • Ternifolias Chassalia

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Description

Chassalia ternifolia (also called African Chassalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in forests, woodlands, and grasslands. It is a small shrub with lanceolate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chassalia ternifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chassalia ternifolia are white to pale yellow, with a tubular corolla and four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chassalia ternifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.

Where to Find Chassalia ternifolia

Chassalia ternifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in lowland rainforests.

Chassalia ternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chassalia ternifolia?

Chassalia ternifolia

What is the family of Chassalia ternifolia?

Rubiaceae

What is the habitat of Chassalia ternifolia?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-38575: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.