Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
microcarpum
ID:
871314

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 403 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000870649



Common Names

  • Small-fruited Claoxylon
  • Microcarpum Claoxylon
  • Microcarpa Claoxylon


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Description

Claoxylon microcarpum (also called Small-Fruited Claoxylon, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Madagascar. It is an evergreen shrub with a bushy habit and grows to a height of 2-3 m. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Claoxylon microcarpum is a hardy, drought-tolerant grass that is often used as an ornamental grass in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in erosion control, as it is able to withstand heavy rains and strong winds. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other plants may not be able to survive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Claoxylon microcarpum has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claoxylon microcarpum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best to prune the shrub every 3-4 years to keep the plant healthy.

Where to Find Claoxylon microcarpum

Claoxylon microcarpum can be found in Europe and North America.

Claoxylon microcarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claoxylon microcarpum?

Claoxylon microcarpum

What is the common name of Claoxylon microcarpum?

Small-fruited Claoxylon

What type of plant is Claoxylon microcarpum?

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,

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