Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Principes 26: 73 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893823
Common Names
- Clinostigma collegarum
- Clinostigma
- Clinostigma Tree
Description
Clinostigma collegarum (also called College Palms, among many other common names) is a perennial palm native to the southeastern United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including wetlands, woodlands, and disturbed sites.
Uses & Benefits
Clinostigma collegarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clinostigma collegarum has small, white to yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single, upright leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clinostigma collegarum is a perennial shrub native to the tropical forests of South America. It is a low-growing, clump-forming plant that grows in dense clumps. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-prepared seed bed. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Clinostigma collegarum
Clinostigma collegarum is native to Australia and can be found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.
Clinostigma collegarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clinostigma collegarum?
Clinostigma collegarum
Where is Clinostigma collegarum found?
Clinostigma collegarum is found in Central and South America, primarily in Peru and Bolivia.
What type of climate does Clinostigma collegarum prefer?
Clinostigma collegarum prefers a tropical climate with high humidity and warm temperatures.
Species in the Clinostigma genus
Clinostigma carolinense,
Clinostigma collegarum,
Clinostigma exorrhizum,
Clinostigma gronophyllum,
Clinostigma haerestigma,
Clinostigma harlandii,
Clinostigma onchorhynchum,
Clinostigma ponapense,
Clinostigma samoense,
Clinostigma savoryanum,
Clinostigma warburgii,
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita,
Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,