Cleidion brevipetiolatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevipetiolatum
ID:
872919
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VII: 292 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872254
Common Names
- Cleidion Brevipetiolatum
- Brevipetiolate Cleidion
- Brevipetiolate Cleidion Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleidion brevipetiolatum (also called Short-Petioled 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 brevipetiolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cleidion brevipetiolatum 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 brevipetiolatum 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 brevipetiolatum
Cleidion brevipetiolatum can be found in Southeast Asia.
Cleidion brevipetiolatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleidion brevipetiolatum?
Cleidion brevipetiolatum
What is the common name of Cleidion brevipetiolatum?
Short-petiole Cleidion
What is the growth habit of Cleidion brevipetiolatum?
Short-petiole Cleidion is a shrub with an upright growth habit
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-41690: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.