Cleidion capuronii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capuronii
ID:
872939
Status:
valid
Authors:
Leandri
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 12: 196 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872274
Common Names
- Cleidion capuronii
- Capuron's Cleidion
- Capuron's Spike Grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleidion capuronii (also called African Feather Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical Africa. It has a clumping habit and grows to a height of 0.6m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and thrives in dry climates.
Uses & Benefits
Cleidion capuronii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cleidion capuronii are small and white. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleidion capuronii is a species of shrub native to Africa. It is a deciduous shrub that grows in clumps and is tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions. It prefers full sun and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Pruning is necessary to maintain a neat appearance.
Where to Find Cleidion capuronii
Cleidion capuronii can be found in Southeast Asia.
Cleidion capuronii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleidion capuronii?
Cleidion capuronii
What is the common name of Cleidion capuronii?
Capuron's Cleidion
What is the growth habit of Cleidion capuronii?
Capuron's Cleidion is a shrub with an upright growth habit
Species in the Cleidion genus
Cleidion luziae, Cleidion amazonicum, Cleidion bracteosum, Cleidion brevipetiolatum, Cleidion capuronii, Cleidion castaneifolium, Cleidion claoxyloides, Cleidion gabonicum, Cleidion javanicum, Cleidion lasiophyllum, Cleidion lemurum, Cleidion leptostachyum, Cleidion lochmios, Cleidion macarangoides, Cleidion macrophyllum, Cleidion marginatum, Cleidion megistophyllum, Cleidion microcarpum, Cleidion minahassae, Cleidion moniliflorum, Cleidion neoebudicum, Cleidion nitidum, Cleidion papuanum, Cleidion ramosii, Cleidion sessile, Cleidion spathulatum, Cleidion taynguyenense, Cleidion tricoccum, Cleidion veillonii, Cleidion velutinum, Cleidion verticillatum, Cleidion vieillardii,
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-41692: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.