Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
daweana
ID:
608403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Swingle & Kellerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 21: 123 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607735



Common Names

  • Citropsis Daweana
  • Daweana Citropsis
  • Daweana Lemon Grass


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Description

Citropsis daweana (also called Dawe's Citropsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the citrus family, Rutaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers, and its leaves are pinnate. It is native to Angola, and it can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Citropsis daweana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant smell and is often used to make perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Citropsis daweana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citropsis daweana is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It can be grown from seed, but it is slow to establish and may not flower for several years.

Where to Find Citropsis daweana

Citropsis daweana is native to tropical regions of Africa. It can be found in wetlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Citropsis daweana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citropsis daweana?

Citropsis daweana

What is the common name of Citropsis daweana?

Citropsis

What is the family of Citropsis daweana?

Apocynaceae

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2723796: Based on the initial data import
William Ashbrook Kellerman (1850-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellerm.' in the authors string.
Walter Tennyson Swingle (1871-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Swingle' in the authors string.