Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
inundatus
ID:
877166

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Léonard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 30: 442 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876501



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus Inundatus
  • Inundatus Grass
  • Cleistanthus


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Description

Cleistanthus inundatus (also called Flooded Cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus inundatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistanthus inundatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus inundatus is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix at a depth of 1/4 inch and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Cleistanthus inundatus should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Cleistanthus inundatus

Cleistanthus inundatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Cleistanthus inundatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus inundatus?

Cleistanthus inundatus

What is the common name of Cleistanthus inundatus?

Inundated Cleistanthus

What is the natural habitat of Cleistanthus inundatus?

Grasslands, open woodlands, 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,