Cleidion papuanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papuanum
ID:
873277
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lauterb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee , Nachtr.: 296 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872612
Common Names
- Cleidion papuanum
- Papuanum Cleidion
- Papuanum's Cleidion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleidion papuanum (also called Papuan Cleidion, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit and has small, ovate leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas and in scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Cleidion papuanum is a species of grass that is commonly used as an ornamental grass in gardens. It is drought tolerant and has a very fine texture. It can also be used as a ground cover or for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cleidion papuanum is a small, yellowish-white spikelet, with a short, cylindrical stem. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleidion papuanum is a perennial grass that grows in clumps. It is native to Papua New Guinea and is found in dry, rocky, open areas. It is tolerant of drought and is often used for erosion control. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagate by seed or division in spring or fall.
Where to Find Cleidion papuanum
Cleidion papuanum can be found in New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
Cleidion papuanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleidion papuanum?
Cleidion papuanum
What is the common name of Cleidion papuanum?
Papuan Cleidion
What is the growth habit of Cleidion papuanum?
It is a shrub or small tree 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-41724: Based on the initial data import
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.