Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
dallachyanus
ID:
876667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 6: 122 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876002



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus dallachyanus
  • Dallachy's Cleistanthus
  • Dallachy's Stinkwood


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Description

Cleistanthus dallachyanus (also called Dallachy'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 dallachyanus is used as a medicinal plant and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus dallachyanus 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 dallachyanus is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and full sun. When propagating from seeds, soak them in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. When propagating from cuttings, use a rooting hormone and place the cuttings in a warm, humid environment. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Cleistanthus dallachyanus

Cleistanthus dallachyanus is found in India and 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-42047: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.