Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
polyandra
ID:
609152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum. ex Sprague) Bech.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 28: 58 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608484



Common Names

  • Clappertonia polyandra
  • Polyandra Clappertonia
  • Clappertonia Polyandra


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Synonyms

  • Cephalonema polyandrum K.Schum. ex Sprague [unknown]

Description

Clappertonia polyandra (also called Many-flowered Clappertonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, open woodlands and grasslands, and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Clappertonia polyandra is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clappertonia polyandra has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seed pods contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clappertonia polyandra can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Clappertonia polyandra

Clappertonia polyandra is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Kerala.

Clappertonia polyandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clappertonia polyandra?

Clappertonia polyandra

What is the common name of Clappertonia polyandra?

Many-stamened Clappertonia

Where is Clappertonia polyandra native to?

India

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724613: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Thomas Archibald Sprague (1877-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sprague' in the authors string.
Alfred Becherer (1897-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bech.' in the authors string.