Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
speciosissimum
ID:
887253

Status:
valid

Authors:
Drapiez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Hort. Belge 3: 322 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000886588



Common Names

  • Showy Clerodendrum
  • Showy Glorybower
  • Showy Bleedingheart


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Description

Clerodendrum speciosissimum (also called Variegated Glorybower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Thailand, India, and Myanmar. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clerodendrum speciosissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clerodendrum speciosissimum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower, while the seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clerodendrum speciosissimum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay. It can be pruned to maintain a neat appearance. It is drought tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping.

Where to Find Clerodendrum speciosissimum

Clerodendrum speciosissimum is found in Southeast Asia.

Clerodendrum speciosissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clerodendrum speciosissimum?

Clerodendrum speciosissimum

What is the common name of Clerodendrum speciosissimum?

Beautiful Clerodendrum

What is the growth habit of Clerodendrum speciosissimum?

It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3m tall.

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-43058: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Drapiez (1778-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drapiez' in the authors string.