Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ripicola
ID:
878131

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Léonard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 30: 438 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877466



Common Names

  • Cleistanthus ripicola
  • Riparian Cleistanthus
  • Cleistanthus


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Description

Cleistanthus ripicola (also called the Mountain Cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Australia. It has an upright habit and grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cleistanthus ripicola is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and is also used as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cleistanthus ripicola is a small, yellow-green spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain, and the seedling is a slender, erect grass with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cleistanthus ripicola is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Cleistanthus ripicola

Cleistanthus ripicola can be found in India.

Cleistanthus ripicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus ripicola?

Cleistanthus ripicola

What is the common name of Cleistanthus ripicola?

Riparian cleistanthus

Where is Cleistanthus ripicola found?

Cleistanthus ripicola is found in Australia.

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,