Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
cephalanthum
ID:
881009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 16: t. 1550 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000880344



Common Names

  • Clerodendrum Cephalanthum
  • Cephalanthum Glorybower
  • Cephalanthum Chinese Lantern Tree


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Description

Clerodendrum cephalanthum (also called Chinese lantern, among many other common names) is a shrub native to China, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of 3–4 m and has an upright habit with glossy green leaves. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Clerodendrum cephalanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clerodendrum cephalanthum sub. cephalanthum
Clerodendrum cephalanthum sub. impensum (Thomas) Verdc.
Clerodendrum cephalanthum sub. montanum (Thomas) Verdc.
Clerodendrum cephalanthum sub. swynnertonii (S.Moore) Verdc.
Clerodendrum cephalanthum sub. occidentale Jongkind
Clerodendrum cephalanthum sub. mashariki Verdc.
Clerodendrum cephalanthum var. torrei R.Fern.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clerodendrum cephalanthum has small, white flowers, which are arranged in a dense, cylindrical panicle. The seeds are small, oval, and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clerodendrum cephalanthum is a shrub that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a variety of soil types. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division in spring or fall.

Where to Find Clerodendrum cephalanthum

Clerodendrum cephalanthum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Clerodendrum cephalanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clerodendrum cephalanthum?

Clerodendrum cephalanthum

What is the common name of Clerodendrum cephalanthum?

Clerodendrum

What is the growth habit of Clerodendrum cephalanthum?

It is an evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-42469: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.