Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cavaleriei
ID:
872820

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Lév.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 19: 314 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872155



Common Names

  • Cavalerie's Cleidiocarpon
  • Cavalerie's Cleidiocarpon
  • Cavaleriei Cleidiocarpon


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Description

Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei (also called Cavalerie's Cleidion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in forests, grasslands, and scrublands, preferring moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei is a species of grass that is commonly used in landscaping and gardening. It is drought tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance lawn or to fill in bare spots in a garden. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where other plants may not be able to survive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei is a small, white or yellowish spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, round, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei is a perennial grass native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing, tufted grass with narrow, blue-green leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It is drought and salt tolerant and can be used in a variety of landscape applications.

Where to Find Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei

Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei?

Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei

What is the common name of Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei?

Cavalerie's Cleidiocarpon

What is the natural habitat of Cleidiocarpon cavaleriei?

Grassy slopes and meadows

Species in the Cleidiocarpon 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-41681: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.