Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Wendl.) Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 42: 53 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893855
Common Names
- Exorrhizum Clinostigma
- Clinostigma Exorrhizum
- Exorrhizum Grass
Description
Clinostigma exorrhizum (also called Red-footed palm, among many other common names) is a palm tree that is native to the tropical regions of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It has a single trunk and grows to a height of 10-15 m. It is found in tropical rainforests and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Clinostigma exorrhizum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for soil erosion control and as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clinostigma exorrhizum has small, yellow flowers, with small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clinostigma exorrhizum is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to the Solomon Islands. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
Where to Find Clinostigma exorrhizum
Clinostigma exorrhizum is native to the islands of Samoa and Fiji.
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,