Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venosa
ID:
841443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiv. ex Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Candollea 18: 227 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000840778

Common Names

  • Chassalia venosa
  • Venosa Chassalia
  • Venosas Chassalia

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Description

Chassalia venosa (also called 'Velvet Chassalia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist, shady places. It has leathery, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chassalia venosa 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

Chassalia venosa has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chassalia venosa 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 venosa

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

Chassalia venosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chassalia venosa?

Chassalia venosa

What is the family of Chassalia venosa?

Rubiaceae

What is the habitat of Chassalia venosa?

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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