Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
purpureus
ID:
609277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 1: 261 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608609



Common Names

  • Purpureus Clastopus
  • Purple Clastopus
  • Purple-flowered Clastopus


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Synonyms

  • Alyssum clastopus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clastopus bicolor Stapf [unknown]
  • Straussiella iranica Hausskn. [unknown]

Description

Clastopus purpureus (also called purple 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 purple flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other tropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clastopus purpureus is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clastopus purpureus has five purple 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 purpureus is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Clastopus purpureus

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

Clastopus purpureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clastopus purpureus?

Clastopus purpureus

What is the common name of Clastopus purpureus?

Purple-flowered Clastopus

What is the natural habitat of Clastopus purpureus?

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,