Status:
valid
Authors:
Jabl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VIII: 34 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000877564
Common Names
- Cleistanthus sarawakensis
- Sarawak Corkwood
- Sarawak Corkwood Tree
Description
Cleistanthus sarawakensis (also called Sarawak cleistanthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen shrub with small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist areas, such as riverbanks and wet meadows, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Cleistanthus sarawakensis 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
The flower of Cleistanthus sarawakensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cleistanthus sarawakensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer when temperatures are warm. Cleistanthus sarawakensis prefers full sun and regular watering.
Where to Find Cleistanthus sarawakensis
Cleistanthus sarawakensis can be found in Malaysia.
Cleistanthus sarawakensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cleistanthus sarawakensis?
Cleistanthus sarawakensis
What is the common name of Cleistanthus sarawakensis?
Sarawak Cleistanthus
What is the natural habitat of Cleistanthus sarawakensis?
Dry forests and woodlands
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,
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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,
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Actephila bella,
Actephila championiae,
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Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
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Amanoa muricata,
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