Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
polystachyus
ID:
878002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. ex Planch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 8: t. 779 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877337



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus polystachyus
  • Polystachyus Cleistanthus
  • Polystachyus Candlebush


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Description

Cleistanthus polystachyus (also called polystachyus, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in dry, sunny grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus polystachyus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cleistanthus polystachyus sub. milleri (Dunkley) Radcl.-Sm.
Cleistanthus polystachyus sub. polystachyus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cleistanthus polystachyus has small, yellow-green flowers that are densely arranged in a cylindrical panicle. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus polystachyus is a perennial shrub native to India. It grows to a height of about 2 m and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a sunny position and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cleistanthus polystachyus

Cleistanthus polystachyus is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Cleistanthus polystachyus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus polystachyus?

Cleistanthus polystachyus

What is the common name of Cleistanthus polystachyus?

Polystachyus

What type of plant is Cleistanthus polystachyus?

Shrub

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-42176: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.