Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cunninghamii
ID:
876634

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 506 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000875969



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus cunninghamii
  • Cunninghamii Cleistanthus
  • Cunninghamii Grass


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Description

Cleistanthus cunninghamii (also called Cunningham's Leather Leaf, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus cunninghamii is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus cunninghamii is small and white, with a single spike of flowers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus cunninghamii is a shrub native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Cleistanthus cunninghamii

Cleistanthus cunninghamii is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Cleistanthus cunninghamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus cunninghamii?

Cleistanthus cunninghamii

What type of plant is Cleistanthus cunninghamii?

Shrub

Where is Cleistanthus cunninghamii found?

India, Sri Lanka

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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