Cleidion bracteosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteosum
ID:
872907
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 71: 569 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872242
Common Names
- Cleidion Bracteosum
- Bracteose Cleidion
- Bracteose Cleidion Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleidion bracteosum (also called Bracted Cleidion, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical regions of Asia. It has an upright habit and grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of windy conditions.
Uses & Benefits
Cleidion bracteosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cleidion bracteosum are small and white. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleidion bracteosum is a species of shrub native to Africa. It is a deciduous shrub that grows in clumps and is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Pruning is necessary to maintain a neat appearance.
Where to Find Cleidion bracteosum
Cleidion bracteosum is native to India.
Cleidion bracteosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleidion bracteosum?
Cleidion bracteosum
What type of plant is Cleidion bracteosum?
Shrub
Where is Cleidion bracteosum native to?
South Africa
Species in the Cleidion genus
Cleidion luziae, Cleidion amazonicum, Cleidion bracteosum, Cleidion brevipetiolatum, Cleidion capuronii, Cleidion castaneifolium, Cleidion claoxyloides, Cleidion gabonicum, Cleidion javanicum, Cleidion lasiophyllum, Cleidion lemurum, Cleidion leptostachyum, Cleidion lochmios, Cleidion macarangoides, Cleidion macrophyllum, Cleidion marginatum, Cleidion megistophyllum, Cleidion microcarpum, Cleidion minahassae, Cleidion moniliflorum, Cleidion neoebudicum, Cleidion nitidum, Cleidion papuanum, Cleidion ramosii, Cleidion sessile, Cleidion spathulatum, Cleidion taynguyenense, Cleidion tricoccum, Cleidion veillonii, Cleidion velutinum, Cleidion verticillatum, Cleidion vieillardii,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-41689: Based on the initial data import
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.