Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
smilacifolium
ID:
879700

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) N.Hallé

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 8: 403 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000879035

Common Names

  • Clematepistephium smilacifolium
  • Smilacifolium Clematepistephium
  • Smilacifolium Spikegrass

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Description

Clematepistephium smilacifolium (also called Smilacifoliate Clematepistephium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is a small tree or shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Clematepistephium smilacifolium has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clematepistephium smilacifolium has small, white flowers that appear in late spring. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematepistephium smilacifolium is a perennial grass that grows best in full sun to partial shade and in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sunny location. Division should be done in spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Clematepistephium smilacifolium

Clematepistephium smilacifolium can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Clematepistephium smilacifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematepistephium smilacifolium?

Clematepistephium smilacifolium

What is the family of Clematepistephium smilacifolium?

Poaceae

What is the common name of Clematepistephium smilacifolium?

Smilacifolium Melic Grass

Species in the Clematepistephium genus

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-42344: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.