Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
indochinensis
ID:
877115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. ex Croizat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 23: 40 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876450



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus indochinensis
  • Indochinensis Cleistanthus
  • Indochinensis Grass


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Description

Cleistanthus indochinensis (also called 'Indochinensis grass', among many other common names) is an annual grass with a tufted habit, native to India, Sri Lanka and other parts of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist and dry habitats, such as grasslands, open woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus indochinensis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus indochinensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, grass-like plants.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus indochinensis is a shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be pruned to keep it from becoming too tall.

Where to Find Cleistanthus indochinensis

Cleistanthus indochinensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, China, and Southeast Asia.

Cleistanthus indochinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus indochinensis?

Cleistanthus indochinensis

What is the common name of Cleistanthus indochinensis?

Indochina Cleistanthus

What is the natural habitat of Cleistanthus indochinensis?

Grassy hillsides, open woodland and disturbed areas

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-42089: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Léon Croizat (1894-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croizat' in the authors string.