Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
govaertsii
ID:
896725

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 478 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000896060

Common Names

  • Clutia govaertsii
  • Govaerts Clutia
  • Govaerts' Clutia

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Description

Clutia govaertsii (also called Govaertsii Clutia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to Africa and Madagascar. It is an evergreen shrub with erect stems up to 2 m tall, and is found in moist forests, meadows, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Clutia govaertsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clutia govaertsii has small, white flowers with five petals and a single style. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are short and thin, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clutia govaertsii is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in early spring and the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Clutia govaertsii

Clutia govaertsii can be found in South Africa.

Clutia govaertsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clutia govaertsii?

Clutia govaertsii

What is the family of Clutia govaertsii?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the distribution of Clutia govaertsii?

Central and South America

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-43940: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.