Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
clarae
ID:
835881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bjorå & Nordal

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Phylogeny Speciation Biogeogr. Crinum Chlorophytum 6: 13 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835216



Common Names

  • Chlorophytum clarae
  • Clara's Chlorophytum
  • Clara's Spider Plant


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Description

Chlorophytum clarae (also called Clara's Chlorophytum, among many other common names) is a herbaceous plant native to India. It has long, narrow leaves that are green to yellow in color and grows in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum clarae is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlorophytum clarae has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a short, round seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are upright with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum clarae is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or summer. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Chlorophytum clarae

Chlorophytum clarae can be found in Madagascar.

Chlorophytum clarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chlorophytum clarae?

Chlorophytum clarae

What is the family of Chlorophytum clarae?

Asparagaceae

What is the common name of Chlorophytum clarae?

Clara's chlorophytum

Species in the Chlorophytum genus

Chlorophytum angustissimum, Chlorophytum hirsutum, Chlorophytum occultum, Chlorophytum acutum, Chlorophytum affine, Chlorophytum africanum, Chlorophytum alismifolium, Chlorophytum alpinum, Chlorophytum altum, Chlorophytum anceps, Chlorophytum andongense, Chlorophytum angulicaule, Chlorophytum angustiracemosum, Chlorophytum ankarense, Chlorophytum appendiculatum, Chlorophytum applanatum, Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum, Chlorophytum aridum, Chlorophytum arundinaceum, Chlorophytum basitrichum, Chlorophytum baturense, Chlorophytum benuense, Chlorophytum bharuchae, Chlorophytum bifolium, Chlorophytum blepharophyllum, Chlorophytum borivilianum, Chlorophytum bowkeri, Chlorophytum brachystachyum, Chlorophytum bracteatum, Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum, Chlorophytum breviscapum, Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum, Chlorophytum cameronii, Chlorophytum camporum, Chlorophytum capense, Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum, Chlorophytum caulescens, Chlorophytum chariense, Chlorophytum chevalieri, Chlorophytum chinense, Chlorophytum chloranthum, Chlorophytum collinum, Chlorophytum colubrinum, Chlorophytum comosum, Chlorophytum cooperi, Chlorophytum cordifolium, Chlorophytum crassinerve, Chlorophytum crispum, Chlorophytum cyperaceum, Chlorophytum dalzielii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372439: Based on the initial data import
Inger Nordal (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nordal' in the authors string.
Charlotte Sletten Bjorå (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bjorå' in the authors string.