Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
platyphyllum
ID:
871681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 390 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000871016



Common Names

  • Platyphyllum Claoxylon
  • Broad-leaved Claoxylon
  • Broad-fruited Claoxylon


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Description

Claoxylon platyphyllum (also called Broad-leaved Cottonwood, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and grows to a height of 2–3 m. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is found in woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Claoxylon platyphyllum is a species of plant that is often used for ornamental purposes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used in areas with low water availability. It is also used to create a low-maintenance garden, as a groundcover, or as a border along a garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Claoxylon platyphyllum are small and yellowish-white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Claoxylon platyphyllum is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Claoxylon platyphyllum

Claoxylon platyphyllum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Claoxylon platyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Claoxylon platyphyllum?

Claoxylon platyphyllum

What is the common name of Claoxylon platyphyllum?

Broad-leaved Claoxylon

What is the family of Claoxylon platyphyllum?

Apocynaceae

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,

References