Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
trichosepala
ID:
609413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) F.Dvořák

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 11: 200 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608745

Common Names

  • Clausia trichosepala
  • Hairy-sepaled Clausia
  • Hairy-sepaled Horsewood

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Synonyms

  • Hesperis trichosepala Turcz. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus apricus trichosepalus (Turcz.) Franch. [unknown]
  • Hesperis limprichtii O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Hesperis limprichtii violacea O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Clausia aprica trichosepala (Turcz.) Korn.-Trotzky [unknown]

Description

Clausia trichosepala (also called 'Hairy-sepaled clausia', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, rainforests, and along creek banks.

Uses & Benefits

Clausia trichosepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clausia trichosepala has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clausia trichosepala 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 Clausia trichosepala

Clausia trichosepala is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Clausia trichosepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clausia trichosepala?

Clausia trichosepala

What is the common name of Clausia trichosepala?

Hairy-sepaled Clausia

What is the natural habitat of Clausia trichosepala?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and open woods

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724881: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
František Dvořák (1921-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Dvořák' in the authors string.