Status:
valid
Authors:
Knauf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 30: 341 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000896630
Common Names
- Clutia paxii
- Paxii Clutia
- Paxii Clutia Plant
Description
Racemobambos rigidifolia (also called Rigid-leaved Bamboo, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Clutia paxii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clutia paxii is a white-colored spike with a yellow tinge. The seed is small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a white-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clutia paxii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will not tolerate wet soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is a fast-growing shrub and can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is a good choice for erosion control and as a hedge or screen. It is also a good choice for use in ornamental gardens.
Where to Find Clutia paxii
Clutia paxii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and parts of Africa.
Clutia paxii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clutia paxii?
Clutia paxii
What is the common name of Clutia paxii?
Pax's Clutia
Where is Clutia paxii found?
Clutia paxii is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
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
Knauf: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knauf' in the authors string.