Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
papuanus
ID:
877813

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lauterb.) Jabl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VIII: 42 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877148



Common Names

  • Papuanus Cleistanthus
  • Papuan Cleistanthus
  • Papuan Cleisthantus


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Description

Cleistanthus papuanus (also called Papuan cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical rainforests. It has a rounded habit and grows to a height of 5-15 m. It is native to New Guinea and northern Australia. It is found in tropical rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus papuanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to make traditional medicines and for its antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistanthus papuanus has small, white flowers that grow in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and light brown. The seedlings have narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus papuanus is a species of shrub native to Australia and New Guinea. It is a fast-growing shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in the spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Cleistanthus papuanus

Cleistanthus papuanus can be found in Australia and New Guinea.

Cleistanthus papuanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus papuanus?

Cleistanthus papuanus

What is the common name of Cleistanthus papuanus?

Papuan cleistanthus

What is the growth habit of Cleistanthus papuanus?

It is a shrub or small tree.

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-42157: Based on the initial data import
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.
Eugene Jablonszky (1892-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jabl.' in the authors string.