Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
decurrens
ID:
876701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 5: 278 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876036



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus decurrens
  • Decurrent Cleistanthus
  • Decurrent Stinkwood


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Description

Cleistanthus decurrens (also called Decurrent Cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Nepal. It has an upright habit with long, thin, arching branches that form a dense canopy. The plant is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus decurrens is a shrub species native to India. It is used as an ornamental shrub in landscaping and can be used as a hedge or windbreak in areas with poor soil. It is also used in erosion control and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus decurrens is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, black, shiny grain. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus decurrens is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in areas with temperatures ranging from -10 to 40°C. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding.

Where to Find Cleistanthus decurrens

Cleistanthus decurrens is found in India and Sri Lanka.

Cleistanthus decurrens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus decurrens?

Cleistanthus decurrens

What is the family of Cleistanthus decurrens?

Euphorbiaceae

Where is Cleistanthus decurrens native to?

India

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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