Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
cauliflora
ID:
627157

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.G.Hartley

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 19: 206 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626489



Common Names

  • Crossosperma cauliflora
  • Cauliflora Crossosperma
  • Crossosperma


Searching for Crossosperma cauliflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Crossosperma cauliflora (also called Cauliflower Tree, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 10 feet (3 m) tall. It has oval-shaped leaves and white, fragrant flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Crossosperma cauliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crossosperma cauliflora is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a white stem.

Searching for Crossosperma cauliflora? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Crossosperma cauliflora is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.

Where to Find Crossosperma cauliflora

Crossosperma cauliflora is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Tanzania.

Crossosperma cauliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crossosperma cauliflora?

Crossosperma cauliflora

What is the common name of Crossosperma cauliflora?

Cauliflorous Crossosperma

What is the natural habitat of Crossosperma cauliflora?

Rainforest

Species in the Crossosperma genus

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