Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
dolichophyllus
ID:
876764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 47 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876099



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus dolichophyllus
  • Long-leaved Cleistanthus
  • Long-leaved Flame of the Woods


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Description

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus (also called Cleistanthus dolichophyllus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus can be grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of clumps.

Where to Find Cleistanthus dolichophyllus

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus dolichophyllus?

Cleistanthus dolichophyllus

What is the family of Cleistanthus dolichophyllus?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Cleistanthus dolichophyllus?

Long-leaved Cleistanthus

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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