Clutia abyssinica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jaub. & Spach
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Ill. Pl. Orient. 5: 77 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000895118
Common Names
- Clutia abyssinica
- Abyssinica Bamboo
- Japanese Dwarf Bamboo
Searching for Clutia abyssinica? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clutia abyssinica (also called Abyssinian Clutia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in grassland or woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cluacena abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Clutia abyssinica var. abyssinicaClutia abyssinica var. pedicellaris (Pax) Pax
Clutia abyssinica var. usambarica Pax & K.Hoffm.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clutia abyssinica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Searching for Clutia abyssinica? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clutia abyssinica is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Once established, it requires little water and can tolerate drought.
Where to Find Clutia abyssinica
Clutia abyssinica is native to Ethiopia and can be found in the Ethiopian Highlands.
Clutia abyssinica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clutia abyssinica?
Clutia abyssinica
What is the common name of Clutia abyssinica?
Abyssinian False Bamboo
What type of plant is Clutia abyssinica?
Grass
Species in the Clutia genus
Clutia abyssinica, Clutia affinis, Clutia africana, Clutia alaternoides, Clutia alpina, Clutia angustifolia, Clutia benguelensis, Clutia brassii, Clutia brevifolia, Clutia conferta, Clutia cordata, Clutia daphnoides, Clutia disceptata, Clutia dregeana, Clutia eckloniana, Clutia ericoides, Clutia ericoides, Clutia galpinii, Clutia govaertsii, Clutia heterophylla, Clutia hirsuta, Clutia hybrida, Clutia imbricata, Clutia impedita, Clutia jaubertiana, Clutia kamerunica, Clutia katharinae, Clutia kilimandscharica, Clutia lanceolata, Clutia laxa, Clutia marginata, Clutia monticola, Clutia nana, Clutia natalensis, Clutia ovalis, Clutia paxii, Clutia pentheriana, Clutia platyphylla, Clutia polifolia, Clutia polyadenia, Clutia polygonoides, Clutia pterogona, Clutia pubescens, Clutia pulchella, Clutia punctata, Clutia rubricaulis, Clutia sericea, Clutia sessilifolia, Clutia stuhlmannii, Clutia swynnertonii,
Species in the Peraceae family
Chaetocarpus gabonensis, Chaetocarpus acutifolius, Chaetocarpus africanus, Chaetocarpus castanocarpus, Chaetocarpus cordifolius, Chaetocarpus coriaceus, Chaetocarpus cubensis, Chaetocarpus echinocarpus, Chaetocarpus ferrugineus, Chaetocarpus globosus, Chaetocarpus myrsinites, Chaetocarpus parvifolius, Chaetocarpus pearcei, Chaetocarpus pubescens, Chaetocarpus rabaraba, Chaetocarpus schomburgkianus, Clutia abyssinica, Clutia affinis, Clutia africana, Clutia alaternoides, Clutia alpina, Clutia angustifolia, Clutia benguelensis, Clutia brassii, Clutia brevifolia, Clutia conferta, Clutia cordata, Clutia daphnoides, Clutia disceptata, Clutia dregeana, Clutia eckloniana, Clutia ericoides, Clutia ericoides, Clutia galpinii, Clutia govaertsii, Clutia heterophylla, Clutia hirsuta, Clutia hybrida, Clutia imbricata, Clutia impedita, Clutia jaubertiana, Clutia kamerunica, Clutia katharinae, Clutia kilimandscharica, Clutia lanceolata, Clutia laxa, Clutia marginata, Clutia monticola, Clutia nana, Clutia natalensis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-43853: Based on the initial data import
Hippolyte François Jaubert (1798-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaub.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.