Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Bot. 1: 281 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000870389
Common Names
- Linostachys Claoxylon
- Linostachys Gloxinia
- Linostachys Gloxinia-Tree
Description
Claoxylon linostachys (also called 'Linostachys Fescue', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Southeast Asia. It is a low-growing grass with a tufted habit, and its leaves are usually green but can be purple-tinged. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Claoxylon linostachys is a species of shrub that is often used in ornamental landscaping. It is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is also used to help control erosion on slopes and hillsides.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Claoxylon linostachys sub. brachyphyllum (Croizat) Coode
Claoxylon linostachys sub. linostachys
Claoxylon linostachys sub. pedicellare Coode
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Claoxylon linostachys has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are bright green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Claoxylon linostachys is a shrub native to Borneo. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Take cuttings in spring or summer. Sow the seeds in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Claoxylon linostachys
Claoxylon linostachys can be found in the tropical rainforests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
Claoxylon linostachys FAQ
What is the scientific name of Claoxylon linostachys?
Claoxylon linostachys
What type of plant is Claoxylon linostachys?
Tree
What is the optimal temperature for Claoxylon linostachys?
Between 15-25 degrees Celsius
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,