Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cuspidatum
ID:
803724

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 25: 645. 1898 -1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000803058



Common Names

  • Glochidion cuspidatum
  • Glochidion cuspidatum
  • Glochidion cuspidatum


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Description

Glochidion cuspidatum (also called cuspidate glochidion, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, reaching up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America, and is found in humid lowland forests and in wetter areas of the savanna.

Uses & Benefits

Glochidion cuspidatum is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant and is known for its ability to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Glochidion cuspidatum is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Glochidion cuspidatum is a shrub that is native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young, semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, it should be kept in a warm, humid environment with partial shade.

Where to Find Glochidion cuspidatum

Glochidion cuspidatum is native to Southeast Asia.

Glochidion cuspidatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Glochidion cuspidatum?

Glochidion cuspidatum

What is the family of Glochidion cuspidatum?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Glochidion cuspidatum?

Cuspid Glochidion

Species in the Glochidion genus

Glochidion daviesii, Glochidion cuspidatum, Glochidion welzenii, Glochidion anamiticum, Glochidion auii, Glochidion azaleon, Glochidion bachmaense, Glochidion balansae, Glochidion barronense, Glochidion beccarii, Glochidion beehleri, Glochidion beguinii, Glochidion benguetense, Glochidion benthamianum, Glochidion borgmannii, Glochidion brideliifolium, Glochidion brooksii, Glochidion bullatissimum, Glochidion butonicum, Glochidion cacuminum, Glochidion cagayanense, Glochidion caloneurum, Glochidion calospermum, Glochidion camiguinense, Glochidion canescens, Glochidion carrickii, Glochidion carrii, Glochidion castaneum, Glochidion cauliflorum, Glochidion cenabrei, Glochidion chademenosocarpum, Glochidion chevalieri, Glochidion chlamydogyne, Glochidion chodoense, Glochidion chondrocarpum, Glochidion collectorum, Glochidion conostylum, Glochidion coriaceum, Glochidion coronulatum, Glochidion cupreum, Glochidion curranii, Glochidion daltonii, Glochidion decorum, Glochidion delticola, Glochidion dichromum, Glochidion discogyne, Glochidion disparilaterum, Glochidion disparipes, Glochidion dodecapterum, Glochidion dolichostylum,

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-341430: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.