Status:
valid
Authors:
Radlk.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee , Nachtr.: 309 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629765
Common Names
- Cupaniopsis Stenopetala
- Narrow-Petalled Cupaniopsis
- Narrow-Petalled Cupaniopsis
Synonyms
- Cupaniopsis oxypetala Radlk. [unknown]
Description
Cupaniopsis stenopetala (also called Narrow Tassel Flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, glossy green leaves and bears white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in open forests, woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Cupaniopsis stenopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or screen. It is also used for its timber, which is used for furniture, flooring, and other woodworking projects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cupaniopsis stenopetala is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cupaniopsis stenopetala is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 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 stenopetala
Cupaniopsis stenopetala is native to Australia and can be found in the coastal regions of New South Wales and Queensland.
Cupaniopsis stenopetala FAQ
What is the average height of Cupaniopsis stenopetala?
Cupaniopsis stenopetala typically grows to a height of 4-6 meters.
What type of soil does Cupaniopsis stenopetala prefer?
Cupaniopsis stenopetala prefers well-drained, loamy soil.
What is the natural habitat of Cupaniopsis stenopetala?
Cupaniopsis stenopetala is native to the subtropical forests 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