Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
staffordiae
ID:
1321491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Proctor

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cayman Islands 316. 2012

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333945



Common Names

  • Casearia Staffordiae
  • Staffordiae Plant
  • Staffordiae Casearia


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Description

Casearia staffordiae (also called Stafford's Casearia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and a height of up to 1 m. It is found in forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Casearia staffordiae is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Casearia staffordiae is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-lanceolate-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oblong-lanceolate-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Casearia staffordiae can be propagated by division or seed. It should be planted in well-draining soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Casearia staffordiae

Casearia staffordiae is native to the tropical forests of India, Myanmar, and Thailand.

Casearia staffordiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Casearia staffordiae?

Casearia staffordiae

What is the natural habitat of Casearia staffordiae?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the flowering period of Casearia staffordiae?

Spring and summer

Species in the Casearia genus

Casearia michelsonii, Casearia espiritosantensis, Casearia aculeata, Casearia acuminata, Casearia adiantoides, Casearia aequilateralis, Casearia albicans, Casearia altiplanensis, Casearia amplectens, Casearia amplissima, Casearia andamanica, Casearia angiensis, Casearia angustifolia, Casearia anisophylla, Casearia annamensis, Casearia aquifolia, Casearia arborea, Casearia archboldiana, Casearia arfakensis, Casearia arguta, Casearia astyla, Casearia atlantica, Casearia auriculata, Casearia bahiensis, Casearia barteri, Casearia bartlettii, Casearia battiscombei, Casearia bissei, Casearia bourdillonii, Casearia brassii, Casearia brideliifolia, Casearia brunneostriata, Casearia buelowii, Casearia cajambrensis, Casearia calciphila, Casearia calva, Casearia capitellata, Casearia carrii, Casearia catharinensis, Casearia cauliflora, Casearia clarkei, Casearia clutiifolia, Casearia combaymensis, Casearia comocladifolia, Casearia condorensis, Casearia congensis, Casearia coriacea, Casearia coriacea, Casearia coriifolia, Casearia coronata,

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

George Richardson Proctor (1920-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Proctor' in the authors string.