Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
capensis
ID:
471811

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral. : 53 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471143

Common Names

  • Pappea capensis
  • Cape Pappea
  • Pappea

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Synonyms

  • Nephelium capense Baill. [unknown]
  • Pappea radlkoferi Schweinf. ex Penz. [unknown]
  • Pappea schumanniana Schinz [unknown]
  • Sapindus pappea Sond. [unknown]
  • Pappea capensis radkloferi Schinz [unknown]
  • Pappea fulva Conrath [unknown]
  • Pappea ugandensis Baker f. [unknown]

Description

Pappea capensis (also called Wild Apricot, among many other common names) is a shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and Asia, and is usually found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pappea capensis is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white and fragrant. Seed: small, black and round. Seedlings: thin, white and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pappea capensis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen, woody shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pappea capensis

Pappea capensis is native to South Africa.

Pappea capensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pappea capensis?

Pappea capensis

What is the natural habitat of Pappea capensis?

Alpine meadows and grassy slopes

What is the flowering season of Pappea capensis?

July to August

Species in the Pappea genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2543085: Based on the initial data import
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.