Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
vestitus
ID:
609278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1867

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608610



Common Names

  • Vestitus Clastopus
  • Clothed Clastopus
  • Clothed-flowered Clastopus


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Synonyms

  • Alyssum vestitum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hesperis hyrcanica Spreng. [unknown]
  • Vesicaria vestita Desv. [unknown]

Description

Clastopus vestitus (also called hairy 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 vestitus has a variety of uses, including as an ornamental plant, a medicinal plant, and a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clastopus vestitus has five white 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 vestitus 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 vestitus

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

Clastopus vestitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clastopus vestitus?

Clastopus vestitus

What is the common name of Clastopus vestitus?

Velvet-flowered Clastopus

What is the natural habitat of Clastopus vestitus?

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,

References