Cleidion gabonicum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gabonicum
ID:
873014
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 11: 129 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000872349
Common Names
- Gabon Cleidion
- Gabon Cleidion
- Gabon Cleidion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cleidion gabonicum (also called Gabon Cleidion, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to Central and West Africa. It typically grows in forests, woodlands, and other shady areas. It has a bushy growth habit, with small, oval leaves that are typically green in color.
Uses & Benefits
Cleidion gabonicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cleidion gabonicum is a small, yellowish-green flower, the seed is a small, black, round seed and the seedlings are grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cleidion gabonicum is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late fall.
Where to Find Cleidion gabonicum
Cleidion gabonicum can be found in parts of Africa, including Gabon, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Cleidion gabonicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleidion gabonicum?
Cleidion gabonicum
What is the common name of Cleidion gabonicum?
Gabon cleidion
What is the origin of Cleidion gabonicum?
West Africa
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-41699: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.