Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
glauca
ID:
610072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre ex Engl. & Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 6: 35 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609404



Common Names

  • Cleistopholis Glauca
  • Glauca Rat Tail Cactus
  • Glauca Silver Torch Cactus


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Description

Cleistopholis glauca (also called Glaucous Cleistopholis, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistopholis glauca is a popular ornamental plant, used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is also used to make medicine to treat stomach and intestinal problems, as well as to reduce fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistopholis glauca has yellow flowers with white stripes. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistopholis glauca can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, blue flowers.

Where to Find Cleistopholis glauca

Cleistopholis glauca can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cleistopholis glauca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistopholis glauca?

Cleistopholis glauca

What is the natural habitat of Cleistopholis glauca?

Cleistopholis glauca is native to tropical Africa.

What are the common uses of Cleistopholis glauca?

Cleistopholis glauca is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine.

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:72609-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.