Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
pennelii
ID:
630409

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guillaumin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 79: 338 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629741



Common Names

  • Cupaniopsis Pennelii
  • Pennel's Cupaniopsis
  • Pennel's Cupaniopsis


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Description

Cupaniopsis pennelii (also called Pennel's Cupaniopsis, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to Australia. It has a dense, compact crown and grows up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are glossy, dark green above and paler beneath. It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Cupaniopsis pennelii is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a hedge or screen in gardens. It is also used for firewood and as a windbreak. The wood is also used for making furniture and tools.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cupaniopsis pennelii is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cupaniopsis pennelii is a medium-sized evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Cupaniopsis pennelii

Cupaniopsis pennelii is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests.

Cupaniopsis pennelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cupaniopsis pennelii?

Cupaniopsis pennelii

What is the common name of Cupaniopsis pennelii?

Pennel's cupaniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Cupaniopsis pennelii?

Tropical rainforests of Australia

Species in the Cupaniopsis genus

Cupaniopsis papillosa, Cupaniopsis acuticarpa, Cupaniopsis amoena, Cupaniopsis anacardioides, Cupaniopsis apiocarpa, Cupaniopsis azantha, Cupaniopsis baileyana, Cupaniopsis bilocularis, Cupaniopsis bullata, Cupaniopsis celebica, Cupaniopsis chytradenia, Cupaniopsis concolor, Cupaniopsis cooperorum, Cupaniopsis crassivalvis, Cupaniopsis curvidens, Cupaniopsis dallachyi, Cupaniopsis diploglottoides, Cupaniopsis euneura, Cupaniopsis flagelliformis, Cupaniopsis fleckeri, Cupaniopsis foveolata, Cupaniopsis fruticosa, Cupaniopsis glabra, Cupaniopsis globosa, Cupaniopsis glomeriflora, Cupaniopsis grandiflora, Cupaniopsis grisea, Cupaniopsis guillauminii, Cupaniopsis hypodermatica, Cupaniopsis inoplea, Cupaniopsis kajewskii, Cupaniopsis leptobotrys, Cupaniopsis mackeeana, Cupaniopsis macrocarpa, Cupaniopsis macropetala, Cupaniopsis megalocarpa, Cupaniopsis mouana, Cupaniopsis myrmoctona, Cupaniopsis napaensis, Cupaniopsis newmanii, Cupaniopsis oedipoda, Cupaniopsis pennelii, Cupaniopsis petiolulata, Cupaniopsis phalacrocarpa, Cupaniopsis phanerophlebia, Cupaniopsis platycarpa, Cupaniopsis rhytidocarpa, Cupaniopsis rosea, Cupaniopsis rotundifolia, Cupaniopsis samoensis,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2747797: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.