Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pierrei
ID:
609110

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lecomte) C.Cusset

Source:
cmp

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Fl. Camb., Laos & Vietn. 14: 73 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608442



Common Names

  • Pierrei Cladopus
  • Pierrei Water-Starwort
  • Pierrei Water-Plantain


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Synonyms

  • Griffithella pierrei (Lecomte) Engl. [unknown]
  • Lecomtea pierrei Koidz. [unknown]
  • Mniopsis pierrei Lecomte [unknown]

Description

Cladopus pierrei (also called Pierre's 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 pierrei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cladopus pierrei has white petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cladopus pierrei is a small, evergreen perennial succulent that grows in a rosette form. It is native to Indonesia. 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 pierrei

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

Cladopus pierrei FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Cladopus pierrei?

Cladopus pierrei prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Cladopus pierrei?

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

How much light does Cladopus pierrei need?

Cladopus pierrei 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-2724542: Based on the initial data import
Paul Henri Lecomte (1856-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lecomte' in the authors string.
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.