Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
clavatum
ID:
1321331

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Paiva & I.Nogueira) Kissling

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 243 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333785

Common Names

  • Exochaenium clavatum
  • Clavatum Exochaenium
  • Clavatum Star-Fruit

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Description

Exochaenium clavatum (also called Clavatum Exochaenium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical Andes. It has an erect stem, lanceolate leaves, and white flowers. It is found in moist and shady forests, at elevations of 1000-3000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Exochaenium clavatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a border plant in landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Exochaenium clavatum sub. stella-palustre Kissling
Exochaenium clavatum sub. clavatum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Exochaenium clavatum has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exochaenium clavatum is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Exochaenium clavatum

Exochaenium clavatum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Exochaenium clavatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exochaenium clavatum?

Exochaenium clavatum

What is the family of Exochaenium clavatum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Exochaenium clavatum?

Clavatum Daisy

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Jorge Américo Rodrigues Paiva (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paiva' in the authors string.
Isabel Mariana Simões Nogueira (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Nogueira' in the authors string.
Jonathan Kissling (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kissling' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121332-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.