Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(2): 387 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000869759
Common Names
- Erythrophyllum Clover
- Red-leaved Clover
- Red-leaved Woolly Clover
Description
Claoxylon erythrophyllum (also called Red-leaved Claoxylon, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with leathery, red-tinged leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is commonly found in dry, open woodlands and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Claoxylon erythrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Claoxylon erythrophyllum var. erythrophyllum
Claoxylon erythrophyllum var. brassii Airy Shaw
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Claoxylon erythrophyllum is a small, yellow-green spikelet, which grows in clusters on the stem. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis with a tuft of white hairs at the base. The seedling is a small, dark green grass with a tuft of white hairs at the base.
Cultivation and Propagation
Claoxylon erythrophyllum is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F (-7°C). Propagation is by division or seed. Divide clumps in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-prepared seed bed.
Where to Find Claoxylon erythrophyllum
Claoxylon erythrophyllum can be found in Southeast Asia.
Claoxylon erythrophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Claoxylon erythrophyllum?
Claoxylon erythrophyllum
What is the common name of Claoxylon erythrophyllum?
Red-leaved Claoxylon
What is the growth habit of Claoxylon erythrophyllum?
Tree
Species in the Claoxylon genus
Claoxylon abbreviatum,
Claoxylon affine,
Claoxylon albicans,
Claoxylon albiflorum,
Claoxylon angustifolium,
Claoxylon anomalum,
Claoxylon arboreum,
Claoxylon attenuatum,
Claoxylon australe,
Claoxylon bicarpellatum,
Claoxylon biciliatum,
Claoxylon brachyandrum,
Claoxylon capillipes,
Claoxylon carinatum,
Claoxylon carolinianum,
Claoxylon carrii,
Claoxylon centenarium,
Claoxylon colfsii,
Claoxylon collenettei,
Claoxylon coriaceolanatum,
Claoxylon crassipes,
Claoxylon crassivenium,
Claoxylon cuneatum,
Claoxylon decaryanum,
Claoxylon dolichostachyum,
Claoxylon echinospermum,
Claoxylon ellipticum,
Claoxylon erythrophyllum,
Claoxylon euphorbioides,
Claoxylon extenuatum,
Claoxylon fallax,
Claoxylon flavum,
Claoxylon fulvescens,
Claoxylon gillisonii,
Claoxylon glabrifolium,
Claoxylon glandulosum,
Claoxylon goodenoviense,
Claoxylon grandifolium,
Claoxylon gymnadenum,
Claoxylon hainanense,
Claoxylon hillii,
Claoxylon hirsutellum,
Claoxylon hosei,
Claoxylon humbertii,
Claoxylon indicum,
Claoxylon insigne,
Claoxylon insulanum,
Claoxylon kaievskii,
Claoxylon khasianum,
Claoxylon kinabaluense,
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,