Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
peragua
ID:
590167

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 1: 268. 1753 [1 May 1753]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589499

Common Names

  • Peragua Cassine
  • Peragua Cassin
  • Peragua

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Synonyms

  • Cassine capensis L. [unknown]
  • Cassine kraussiana Bernh. ex Harv. & Sond. [unknown]
  • Cassine kraussiana Bernh. [unknown]

Description

Cassine peragua (also called Dahoon Holly, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the southeastern United States and the Caribbean. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in coastal areas, swamps, and hammocks.

Uses & Benefits

Cassine peragua is used for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cassine peragua sub. affinis (Sond.) R.H.Archer
Cassine peragua sub. barbara (L.) R.H.Archer
Cassine peragua sub. peragua

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cassine peragua is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cassine peragua is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few months with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cassine peragua

Cassine peragua is native to tropical regions of the Americas and can be found in open, sunny areas such as roadsides, pastures, and disturbed sites.

Cassine peragua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cassine peragua?

Cassine peragua

What is the common name of Cassine peragua?

Peragua Cassine

What is the natural habitat of Cassine peragua?

Cassine peragua is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References