Status:
valid
Authors:
Poir.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1804
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 5: 166 (1804)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000887447
Common Names
- Umbel Clerodendrum
- Umbel-Flowered Clerodendrum
- Umbrella Clerodendrum
Description
Clerodendrum umbellatum (also called 'Umbel-leaved clerodendrum', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with erect stems that can reach up to 2 m in height. It has ovate leaves that are up to 10 cm long and 5 cm wide. It is found in open woodlands and disturbed areas in its native range.
Uses & Benefits
Clerodendrum umbellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clerodendrum umbellatum has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clerodendrum umbellatum is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be pruned to keep it neat and tidy.
Where to Find Clerodendrum umbellatum
Clerodendrum umbellatum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in India, China, and Thailand.
Clerodendrum umbellatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clerodendrum umbellatum?
Clerodendrum umbellatum
What is the common name of Clerodendrum umbellatum?
Umbellate Clerodendrum
What is the growth habit of Clerodendrum umbellatum?
Perennial shrub
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,