Cleidion megistophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megistophyllum
ID:
873161
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Quisumb. & Merr.) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 528 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872496
Common Names
- Megistophyllum Cleidion
- Megistophyllum Woodrush
- Megistophyllum Wood-rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleidion megistophyllum (also called Big-Leaf Cleidion, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to India, and typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is an evergreen shrub, with a spreading habit and short stems. Its leaves are ovate, and its flowers are yellow.
Uses & Benefits
Cleidion megistophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cleidion megistophyllum has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleidion megistophyllum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. It is drought tolerant once established, but it will look better with regular watering.
Where to Find Cleidion megistophyllum
Cleidion megistophyllum is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Cleidion megistophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleidion megistophyllum?
Cleidion megistophyllum
What is the common name of Cleidion megistophyllum?
Megistophyllum Cleidion
What is the natural habitat of Cleidion megistophyllum?
Grassy areas, meadows, and open woodlands
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-41713: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Eduardo Quisumbing (1895-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quisumb.' in the authors string.