Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
austrosinensis
ID:
609099

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kato & Y.Kita

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 54: 92 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608431



Common Names

  • Austrosinensis Cladopus
  • Austrosinensis Water-Starwort
  • Austrosinensis Water-Plantain


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Description

Cladopus austrosinensis (also called Southern Cladopus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Southeast Asia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cladopus austrosinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cladopus austrosinensis are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cladopus austrosinensis is a small, evergreen perennial succulent that grows in a rosette form. It is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Cladopus austrosinensis

Cladopus austrosinensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of China, Laos, and Vietnam.

Cladopus austrosinensis FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Cladopus austrosinensis?

Cladopus austrosinensis prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Cladopus austrosinensis?

Cladopus austrosinensis prefers well-draining, sandy soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much light does Cladopus austrosinensis need?

Cladopus austrosinensis prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724532: Based on the initial data import
Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Yoko Kita (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Kita' in the authors string.