Cladogelonium madagascariense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagascariense
ID:
869766
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leandri
Source:
wcs
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 85: 530 (1938 publ. 1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869101
Common Names
- Cladogelonium madagascariense
- Madagascar Cladogelonium
- Cladogelonium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cladogelonium madagascariense (also called Madagascar cupgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of 0.6-1.2 m and has long, flat leaves. It is found in moist, sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Cladogelonium madagascariense is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and is also used as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cladogelonium madagascariense is a small, white or pinkish flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cladogelonium madagascariense is a perennial grass native to Madagascar. It is a warm-season grass that grows best in full sun and moist soils. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the clumps. It is a low-maintenance grass that requires minimal fertilization and mowing.
Where to Find Cladogelonium madagascariense
Cladogelonium madagascariense can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Madagascar.
Cladogelonium madagascariense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cladogelonium madagascariense?
Cladogelonium madagascariense
What are the common names of Cladogelonium madagascariense?
Madagascar cupgrass
Where does Cladogelonium madagascariense grow?
Cladogelonium madagascariense grows in Madagascar
Species in the Cladogelonium genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-41383: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.