Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
erubescens
ID:
609276

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Mitth. Thüring. Bot. Vereins , n.f., 15: 6 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608608



Common Names

  • Erubescens Clastopus
  • Reddish Clastopus
  • Reddish-flowered Clastopus


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Description

Clastopus erubescens (also called blushing clastopus, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clastopus erubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clastopus erubescens has five yellow petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clastopus erubescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought conditions.

Where to Find Clastopus erubescens

Clastopus erubescens can be found in the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

Clastopus erubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clastopus erubescens?

Clastopus erubescens

What is the common name of Clastopus erubescens?

Red-flowered Clastopus

What is the natural habitat of Clastopus erubescens?

Grassland, chaparral, and open woodlands

Species in the Clastopus genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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