Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
porphyrocalyx
ID:
886226

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & Lauterb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Schutzgeb. Südsee : 526 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000885561



Common Names

  • Porphyrocalyx Clerodendrum
  • Clerodendrum Porphyrocalyx
  • Porphyrocalyx Glorybower


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Description

Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx (also called Purple Glorybower, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to tropical Asia. It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and grows in open woodlands, gardens, and other warm climates.

Uses & Benefits

Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx is a white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny grain. The seedlings are small, with slender stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx is a shrub that is native to tropical Asia. It grows to 6-10 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring or fall. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx

Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx?

Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx

What is the common name of Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx?

Purple-calyx Clerodendrum

What is the natural habitat of Clerodendrum porphyrocalyx?

Dry open woods, prairies, and roadsides

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-42961: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.