Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cerasifolia
ID:
924044

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vent.) Tul.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 8: 76 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000923379



Common Names

  • Calantica Cerasifolia
  • Cerasifolia Calantica
  • Cerasifolia Orchid


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Description

Calantica cerasifolia (also called Cherry-Leaf Calantica, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of up to 3 meters and has leathery, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is often found in forests, woodlands, and other areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Calantica cerasifolia is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calantica cerasifolia has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calantica cerasifolia can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the rhizomes in the spring or early summer and replant in a well-draining soil. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep the soil moist. The seedlings should emerge within a few weeks.

Where to Find Calantica cerasifolia

Calantica cerasifolia is native to Madagascar and can be found in the eastern and northern regions of the island.

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-4690828: Based on the initial data import
Étienne Pierre Ventenat (1757-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vent.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.