Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, V: 69 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000723381
Common Names
- Actinostemon klotzschii
- Klotzsch's Actinostemon
- Actinostemon Klotzschii
Description
Actinostemon klotzschii (also called Klotzsch's actinostemon, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Malvaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and large, lobed leaves. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It typically grows in moist soils and is found in open forests, woodlands, and other areas with plenty of sunlight.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostemon klotzschii is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Actinostemon klotzschii is a white or yellow five-petaled bloom with a black center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single round leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Actinostemon klotzschii is a species of orchid native to India. It is best propagated by division, which should be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist but not soggy. The divisions should take root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Actinostemon klotzschii
Actinostemon klotzschii is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Actinostemon klotzschii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostemon klotzschii?
Actinostemon klotzschii
What is the common name of Actinostemon klotzschii?
Klotzsch's Actinostemon
Where is Actinostemon klotzschii found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Actinostemon genus
Actinostemon amazonicus,
Actinostemon brachypodus,
Actinostemon caribaeus,
Actinostemon concepcionis,
Actinostemon concolor,
Actinostemon desertorum,
Actinostemon echinatus,
Actinostemon glaziovii,
Actinostemon guyanensis,
Actinostemon imbricatus,
Actinostemon klotzschii,
Actinostemon lagoensis,
Actinostemon lasiocarpus,
Actinostemon leptopus,
Actinostemon macrocarpus,
Actinostemon mandiocanus,
Actinostemon schomburgkii,
Actinostemon sparsifolius,
Actinostemon verticillatus,
Actinostemon roseliae,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,