Clutia swynnertonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 40: 197 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000897475
Common Names
- Clutia Swynnertonii
- Swynnertonii Bamboo Grass
- Japanese Dwarf Bamboo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clutia swynnertonii (also called African wild olive, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to Africa. It is an evergreen tree, with dark green leaves and clusters of small white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade, and is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures.
Uses & Benefits
Clutia swynnertonii is used as a ground cover in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used to make traditional Japanese mats and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Clutia swynnertonii are small and white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clutia swynnertonii can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, separate the rhizomes in spring or early summer. For seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and warm until germination. Seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Clutia swynnertonii
Clutia swynnertonii can be found in Japan and Taiwan.
Clutia swynnertonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clutia swynnertonii?
Clutia swynnertonii
What is the common name of Clutia swynnertonii?
Swynnerton's Clutia
What is the natural habitat of Clutia swynnertonii?
Tropical forests
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-44073: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.