Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
bracteosus
ID:
876448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jabl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VIII: 41 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875783



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus bracteosus
  • Bracteosus Grass
  • Bracted Grass


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Description

Cleistanthus bracteosus (also called Chinese Cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Himalayan region of India and China. It has small, oval leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus bracteosus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus bracteosus is a small, yellowish-green inflorescence with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus bracteosus is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is usually propagated by seed, but can also be propagated by cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. The plants should be pruned in the fall to encourage new growth in the spring.

Where to Find Cleistanthus bracteosus

Cleistanthus bracteosus is native to China, Laos, and Vietnam. It can be found in moist, shady forests and along streams.

Cleistanthus bracteosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus bracteosus?

Cleistanthus bracteosus

What is the common name of Cleistanthus bracteosus?

Bract-bearing Cleistanthus

What is the natural habitat of Cleistanthus bracteosus?

Moist forests and thickets at low to moderate elevations

Species in the Cleistanthus genus

Cleistanthus acuminatus, Cleistanthus angustifolius, Cleistanthus annamensis, Cleistanthus apodus, Cleistanthus bakonensis, Cleistanthus balakrishnanii, Cleistanthus baramicus, Cleistanthus beccarianus, Cleistanthus bipindensis, Cleistanthus boivinianus, Cleistanthus bracteosus, Cleistanthus brideliifolius, Cleistanthus capuronii, Cleistanthus carolinianus, Cleistanthus caudatus, Cleistanthus celebicus, Cleistanthus chlorocarpus, Cleistanthus collinus, Cleistanthus concinnus, Cleistanthus contractus, Cleistanthus coriaceus, Cleistanthus cunninghamii, Cleistanthus curtisii, Cleistanthus dallachyanus, Cleistanthus decurrens, Cleistanthus denudatus, Cleistanthus discolor, Cleistanthus diversifolius, Cleistanthus dolichophyllus, Cleistanthus duvipermaniorum, Cleistanthus eberhardtii, Cleistanthus ellipticus, Cleistanthus elongatus, Cleistanthus erycibifolius, Cleistanthus everettii, Cleistanthus evrardii, Cleistanthus ferrugineus, Cleistanthus flavescens, Cleistanthus floricola, Cleistanthus gabonensis, Cleistanthus glaber, Cleistanthus glabratus, Cleistanthus glandulosus, Cleistanthus gracilis, Cleistanthus helferi, Cleistanthus hirsutipetalus, Cleistanthus hirsutulus, Cleistanthus hylandii, Cleistanthus indochinensis, Cleistanthus inglorius,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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