Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
fallax
ID:
609102

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Cusset

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Fl. Camb., Laos & Vietn. 14: 72 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608434



Common Names

  • Fallax Cladopus
  • Fallax Water-Starwort
  • Fallax Water-Plantain


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Description

Cladopus fallax (also called Fallax 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 fallax 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 fallax 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 fallax 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 fallax

Cladopus fallax is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, and Guangxi.

Cladopus fallax FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Cladopus fallax?

Cladopus fallax prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Cladopus fallax?

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

How much light does Cladopus fallax need?

Cladopus fallax 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-2724535: Based on the initial data import
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.