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Cochlospermum religiosum
Butter Cup Tree
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| Species Name | Cochlospermum religiosum |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Butter Cup Tree |
| Family | Cochlospermaceae |
| Genus | Cochlospermum |
| Taxonomic Synonyms/Past Names | |
| Taxonomic Notes |
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Species Information
1. Description
- Small tree growing up to 7.5 m tall. Bark smooth and pale grey. Sparsely clothed with leaves and sheds them at the peak of the flowering season. Leaves palmately lobed and appear at the tips of the branches. Large, buttercup-shaped flowers are the most conspicuous part of the tree, growing up to about 10 cm and bright yellow with orange stamens.
2. Tree Size
Small (4-10 m)
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3. Full Distribution
- Native to India, Myanmar, and Thailand
4. Habitat and Ecology
- Occasionally found in deciduous forests of the lower slopes in grassy areas and close to cliffs. Less common on the west coast of India from 300-900 m. Western sub-Himalayan tract from the Sutlej eastwards; drier parts of the Peninsula.
5. Altitude (in meters)
- From 300-900 m
6. Landscape Type
Urban Streets, Blue-green Corridors
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7. IUCN Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
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Vulnerable (0)
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8. Malaysian Red List from MyBIS
Data Deficient
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9. Are more than 100 individuals available in local nurseries?
Yes
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10. How would you characterise the growth rate of this species?
Fast
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- Fast-growing ornamental for tropical climates [1]
11. Does this species have an invasive root system?
No
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12. Is this species damaging or does it have staining resin or sap?
No
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13. Does this species produce large and/or staining fruits?
No
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- Fruits are brown 5-valved capsules about 8 cm long and 5 cm wide [1]
14. Does this species produce substances in its bark, leaves, fruits and/or seeds that are poisonous or harmful to humans?
No
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15. Does this species have specific lighting requirements?
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16. How would you characterise the air pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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17. How would you characterise the soil pollution tolerance of this species?
High
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18. Does this species have specific soil ph requirements?
No
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19. Does this species have specialised habitat requirements?
No
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20. Does this species occur/survive in habitats prone to saltwater intrusion?
Yes
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21. Does this species occur/survive at locations that experience high temperatures?
Yes
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- Prefers high temperatures and is highly resistant to forest fires. [1]
22. Can this species tolerate inundation for >1 month?
No
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- It does not like water. [1]
23. Can this species tolerate water absence for >1 month?
Yes
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- It has a high drought tolerance. [1]
24. Can this species tolerate storm conditions (e.g., strong winds)?
Yes
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25. Does this species have specific humidity requirements?
No
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- It is a hardy species.
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26. Is this species highly prone to predation, parasitism, and/or disease?
No
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27. Please provide any additional information for this species in the context of climate change resilience and/or vulnerability.
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28. Does this species have biodiversity value (e.g., provides food or habitat, or increases landscape connectivity for urban fauna)?
Yes
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29. Does this species have cultural value or provide products that are of some use to humans?
Yes
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- The flowers are used in temple offerings. Parts of the plant are used to make oil cakes, in cough and gonorrhoea medicine, and as a tragacanth substitute. [1]
Contributors: anonymous
Last Updated: 2023-03-15
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