Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tenerifolius
ID:
878456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 37: 380 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877791

Common Names

  • Tenerife Cleistanthus
  • Tenerife Cleistes
  • Tenerife Cleistus

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Description

Cleistanthus tenerifolius (also called Tenerife cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has small, oval leaves and grows in dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus tenerifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to create hedges and borders. It is drought tolerant and can be used to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistanthus tenerifolius has small, white flowers that are arranged in a panicle. The seeds are small, black, and have a glossy surface. The seedlings have two opposite, narrow leaves with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus tenerifolius can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants when they are dormant.

Where to Find Cleistanthus tenerifolius

Cleistanthus tenerifolius is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and riverbanks.

Cleistanthus tenerifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus tenerifolius?

Cleistanthus tenerifolius

What is the family of Cleistanthus tenerifolius?

Euphorbiaceae

Where is Cleistanthus tenerifolius found?

Philippines

Species in the Cleistanthus genus

Cleistanthus acuminatus, Cleistanthus angustifolius, Cleistanthus annamensis, Cleistanthus apodus, Cleistanthus bakonensis, Cleistanthus balakrishnanii, Cleistanthus baramicus, Cleistanthus beccarianus, Cleistanthus bipindensis, Cleistanthus boivinianus, Cleistanthus bracteosus, Cleistanthus brideliifolius, Cleistanthus capuronii, Cleistanthus carolinianus, Cleistanthus caudatus, Cleistanthus celebicus, Cleistanthus chlorocarpus, Cleistanthus collinus, Cleistanthus concinnus, Cleistanthus contractus, Cleistanthus coriaceus, Cleistanthus cunninghamii, Cleistanthus curtisii, Cleistanthus dallachyanus, Cleistanthus decurrens, Cleistanthus denudatus, Cleistanthus discolor, Cleistanthus diversifolius, Cleistanthus dolichophyllus, Cleistanthus duvipermaniorum, Cleistanthus eberhardtii, Cleistanthus ellipticus, Cleistanthus elongatus, Cleistanthus erycibifolius, Cleistanthus everettii, Cleistanthus evrardii, Cleistanthus ferrugineus, Cleistanthus flavescens, Cleistanthus floricola, Cleistanthus gabonensis, Cleistanthus glaber, Cleistanthus glabratus, Cleistanthus glandulosus, Cleistanthus gracilis, Cleistanthus helferi, Cleistanthus hirsutipetalus, Cleistanthus hirsutulus, Cleistanthus hylandii, Cleistanthus indochinensis, Cleistanthus inglorius,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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