Status:
valid
Authors:
Prain
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1913: 410 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000895868
Common Names
- Clutia disceptata
- Disceptata's Clutia
- Disceptata Clutia
Description
Clutia disceptata (also called Dissected Clutia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa and Madagascar. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is found in woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Clutia disceptata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clutia disceptata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clutia disceptata is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It is a low-growing shrub that forms dense mats and is often used as a ground cover. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs regular watering for best growth.
Where to Find Clutia disceptata
Clutia disceptata can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Clutia disceptata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clutia disceptata?
Clutia disceptata
What is the common name of Clutia disceptata?
Tassel Bush
What is the natural habitat of Clutia disceptata?
Grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands
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,