Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
glaucophyllus
ID:
593395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder & E.H.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 2: 347 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000592727

Common Names

  • Glaucophyllus Bittersweet
  • Ceylon Climbing Bittersweet
  • Ceylon Climbing Staff-Tree

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Synonyms

  • Celastrus glaucophyllus angustus Q.H.Chen [valid]

Description

Celastrus glaucophyllus (also called 'Gray-Leaved Celastrus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to India. It is a deciduous shrub with alternate, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in temperate forests, often growing on the ground or on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Celastrus glaucophyllus is a species of shrub that is native to East Asia. It is known for its bright yellow flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. The leaves of the shrub are also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Celastrus glaucophyllus is yellow and has a sweet scent. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Celastrus glaucophyllus is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Celastrus glaucophyllus

Celastrus glaucophyllus is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and along streams and rivers.

Celastrus glaucophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Celastrus glaucophyllus?

Celastrus glaucophyllus

What are the common names of Celastrus glaucophyllus?

Gray-Leaved Staff Vine

What is the natural habitat of Celastrus glaucophyllus?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia

Species in the Celastrus genus

Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris, Celastrus gemmata, Celastrus glaucophyllus, Celastrus grenadensis, Celastrus hindsii, Celastrus hirsutus, Celastrus hookeri, Celastrus hypoleucus, Celastrus kusanoi, Celastrus lenticellatus, Celastrus madagascariensis, Celastrus membranifolius, Celastrus microcarpus, Celastrus monospermoides, Celastrus monospermus, Celastrus novoguineensis, Celastrus orbiculatus, Celastrus panamensis, Celastrus paniculatus, Celastrus pringlei, Celastrus punctatus, Celastrus richii, Celastrus rosthornianus, Celastrus scandens, Celastrus stephanotiifolius, Celastrus stylosus, Celastrus subspicatus, Celastrus tonkinensis, Celastrus vaniotii, Celastrus virens, Celastrus vulcanicolus, Celastrus hypoleucoides, Celastrus franchetianus, Celastrus strigillosa, Celastrus obovatifolius, Celastrus yuloensis, Celastrus oblanceifolius, Celastrus rugosus, Celastrus homaliifolius, Celastrus zhejiangensis,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2707510: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.