Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
libericus
ID:
877346

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.E.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 37: 113 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000876681



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus libericus
  • Libericus Cleistanthus
  • Cleistanthus Libericus


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Description

Cleistanthus libericus (also called Libericus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in dry, sandy soils and can tolerate drought and extreme temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus libericus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus libericus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus libericus is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Cleistanthus libericus

Cleistanthus libericus can be found in the tropical regions of Africa, including parts of Cameroon, Gabon, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Cleistanthus libericus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus libericus?

Cleistanthus libericus

What is the common name of Cleistanthus libericus?

Liberian Cleistanthus

What is the natural habitat of Cleistanthus libericus?

Cleistanthus libericus is found in the mountains of western Africa

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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