Clausena wallichii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 5(Suppl. 2): 35 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608717
Common Names
- Clausena wallichii
- Wallich's Clausena
- Wallich's Horsewood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Bergera wallichii A.DC. ex Oliv. [unknown]
Description
Clausena wallichii (also called 'Wallich's clausena', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy green leaves and small white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, rainforests, and along creek banks.
Uses & Benefits
Clausena wallichii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Clausena wallichii var. guillauminii (Tanaka) MolinoFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clausena wallichii has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Clausena wallichii is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Clausena wallichii
Clausena wallichii is found in India and Sri Lanka.
Clausena wallichii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clausena wallichii?
Clausena wallichii
What is the common name of Clausena wallichii?
Wallich's Clausena
What is the natural habitat of Clausena wallichii?
Dry grasslands, scrub, and open woods
Species in the Clausena genus
Clausena anisata, Clausena anisum-olens, Clausena austroindica, Clausena brevistyla, Clausena emarginata, Clausena engleri, Clausena excavata, Clausena hainanensis, Clausena harmandiana, Clausena henryi, Clausena heptaphylla, Clausena indica, Clausena kanpurensis, Clausena lansium, Clausena lenis, Clausena luxurians, Clausena poilanei, Clausena wallichii, Clausena yunnanensis, Clausena inolida, Clausena agasthyamalayana,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2724853: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.