Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
cymulosa
ID:
894887

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 445 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000894222

Common Names

  • Clitandra cymulosa
  • Cymulose Clitandra
  • Cymulose Bellflower

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Description

Clitandra cymulosa (also called Cymulose Clitandra, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 10–30 cm. Its leaves are flat, smooth, and have a bluish-green hue. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as meadows, woodlands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Clitandra cymulosa is a species of plant that is often used in landscaping and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is also used in erosion control and is a good choice for areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clitandra cymulosa has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, narrow leaf and a white, waxy coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clitandra cymulosa is a perennial shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Clitandra cymulosa

Clitandra cymulosa can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Species in the Clitandra genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-43763: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.