Cleisostoma nangongense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nangongense
ID:
875168
Status:
valid
Authors:
Z.H.Tsi
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 9(2): 26 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874503
Common Names
- Nangongense Cleisostoma
- Nangongense Cleisostome
- Nangongense Cleisostomes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleisostoma nangongense (also called Nangong Cleisostoma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist forests and other areas with moist soil. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 30 cm. Its leaves are oval-shaped and its flowers are small and white.
Uses & Benefits
Cleisostoma nangongense has many uses, including as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a soil stabilizer in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cleisostoma nangongense is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round grain. The seedlings are slender and have a tuft of hairs at the tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleisostoma nangongense is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in the desired location.
Where to Find Cleisostoma nangongense
Cleisostoma nangongense can be found in China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in forests and grasslands.
Cleisostoma nangongense FAQ
What type of soil does Cleisostoma nangongense prefer?
Cleisostoma nangongense prefers moist, well-drained soils.
What is the average height of Cleisostoma nangongense?
Cleisostoma nangongense typically grows to a height of 10-20 cm.
What is the average lifespan of Cleisostoma nangongense?
Cleisostoma nangongense typically has a lifespan of 2-3 years.
Species in the Cleisostoma genus
Cleisostoma melanorachis, Cleisostoma subulifolium, Cleisostoma lohii, Cleisostoma appendiculatum, Cleisostoma arietinum, Cleisostoma aspersum, Cleisostoma beccarii, Cleisostoma belophorum, Cleisostoma bicrure, Cleisostoma bilamellatum, Cleisostoma birmanicum, Cleisostoma brachystachys, Cleisostoma buruense, Cleisostoma callosilobum, Cleisostoma capricorne, Cleisostoma chantaburiense, Cleisostoma chapaense, Cleisostoma complicatum, Cleisostoma crassissimum, Cleisostoma crochetii, Cleisostoma discolor, Cleisostoma duplicilobum, Cleisostoma equestre, Cleisostoma filiforme, Cleisostoma firmulum, Cleisostoma fissicors, Cleisostoma flexum, Cleisostoma fuerstenbergianum, Cleisostoma gjellerupii, Cleisostoma halophilum, Cleisostoma holttumii, Cleisostoma inflatum, Cleisostoma javanicum, Cleisostoma kerrii, Cleisostoma koeteiense, Cleisostoma krabiense, Cleisostoma lendyana, Cleisostoma linearilobatum, Cleisostoma litoreum, Cleisostoma longioperculatum, Cleisostoma longipaniculatum, Cleisostoma loratum, Cleisostoma macrostachyum, Cleisostoma medogense, Cleisostoma menghaiense, Cleisostoma montanum, Cleisostoma muticum, Cleisostoma nangongense, Cleisostoma nieuwenhuissii, Cleisostoma odoratum,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-41904: Based on the initial data import
Zhan Huo Tsi (1937-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Z.H.Tsi' in the authors string.