Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
clerodendron
ID:
1282419

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 38 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281757

Common Names

  • Clerodendron Phaleria
  • Pigeonberry
  • False Rosemary

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Description

Phaleria clerodendron (also called Clerodendron Phaleria, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in China, Japan, and Korea. It has a rhizome that is short, erect, and densely scaly. Its fronds are lanceolate and pinnate-pinnatifid. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in valleys at elevations of 500-1400 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Phaleria clerodendron is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phaleria clerodendron has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaleria clerodendron is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in the summer or by seed sown in the spring.

Where to Find Phaleria clerodendron

Phaleria clerodendron is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It can be found in moist, shady areas with well-drained soil.

Phaleria clerodendron FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaleria clerodendron?

Phaleria clerodendron

What is the common name of Phaleria clerodendron?

Clerodendron Phaleria

What is the natural habitat of Phaleria clerodendron?

Forests and woodlands

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50315147: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.