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
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.
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