Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
atlanticum
ID:
808854

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jongkind

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Blumea 51: 306 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808188



Common Names

  • Clerodendrum atlanticum
  • Atlantic Clerodendrum
  • Cape Verde Clerodendrum
  • Cape Verde Glorybower


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Description

Clerodendrum atlanticum (also called Atlantic Clerodendrum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It has dark green, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clerodendrum atlanticum is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens and homes for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clerodendrum atlanticum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clerodendrum atlanticum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Clerodendrum atlanticum

Clerodendrum atlanticum is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical forests and dry forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Clerodendrum atlanticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clerodendrum atlanticum?

Clerodendrum atlanticum

What is the common name of Clerodendrum atlanticum?

Atlantic Clerodendrum

What is the native range of Clerodendrum atlanticum?

West Africa

Species in the Clerodendrum genus

Clerodendrum andamanense, Clerodendrum sassandrense, Clerodendrum abilioi, Clerodendrum leucobotrys, Clerodendrum atlanticum, Clerodendrum adenocalyx, Clerodendrum adenophysum, Clerodendrum africanum, Clerodendrum albiflos, Clerodendrum alboviolaceum, Clerodendrum anomalum, Clerodendrum apayaoense, Clerodendrum arenarium, Clerodendrum aucubifolium, Clerodendrum bakhuizeni, Clerodendrum barbafelis, Clerodendrum baronianum, Clerodendrum baumii, Clerodendrum bellum, Clerodendrum bethuneanum, Clerodendrum bingaense, Clerodendrum bipindense, Clerodendrum boivinii, Clerodendrum bosseri, Clerodendrum brachyanthum, Clerodendrum brachystemon, Clerodendrum bracteatum, Clerodendrum brassii, Clerodendrum breviflorum, Clerodendrum brooksii, Clerodendrum brunfelsiiflorum, Clerodendrum brunnescens, Clerodendrum brunsvigioides, Clerodendrum buchananii, Clerodendrum buchneri, Clerodendrum buettneri, Clerodendrum bungei, Clerodendrum calamitosum, Clerodendrum canescens, Clerodendrum capitatum, Clerodendrum carnosulum, Clerodendrum caryopteroides, Clerodendrum cauliflorum, Clerodendrum cecil-fischeri, Clerodendrum cephalanthum, Clerodendrum ceramenae, Clerodendrum chamaeriphes, Clerodendrum chartaceum, Clerodendrum chinense, Clerodendrum chlorisepalum,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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