Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
stricta
ID:
808849

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.B.Sm.) R.C.Lopes & Andreata

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bradea 11: 9 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808183



Common Names

  • Clara stricta
  • Strict Clara
  • Upright Clara


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Description

Clara stricta (also called Strict Clara, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It has dark green, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clara stricta is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and homes for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clara stricta has small, yellowish-green flowers with a white lip. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clara stricta can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Clara stricta

Clara stricta is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical forests and dry forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Clara stricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clara stricta?

Clara stricta

What is the common name of Clara stricta?

Strict Clara

What is the native range of Clara stricta?

Mexico

Species in the Clara genus

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-346421: Based on the initial data import
Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Regina Helena Potsch Andreata (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andreata' in the authors string.
Rosana Conrado Lopes (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Lopes' in the authors string.