Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
chlorostachys
ID:
195493

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Baill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl.2: 150 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000194822

Common Names

  • Chlorostachys Erythrophleum
  • Chlorostachys
  • Chlorostachys Ironwood

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Synonyms

  • Laboucheria chlorostachya F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Erythrophleum laboucheri F.Muell. ex Benth. [illegitimate]

Description

Erythrophleum chlorostachys (also called Green-stalk Erythrophleum, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to India. It grows up to 25 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in moist, humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erythrophleum chlorostachys is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, white, in clusters of 2-3. Seed: small, black, flattened. Seedlings: have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erythrophleum chlorostachys is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Erythrophleum chlorostachys

Erythrophleum chlorostachys is native to Africa and can be found in tropical climates.

Erythrophleum chlorostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erythrophleum chlorostachys?

Erythrophleum chlorostachys

What is the common name of Erythrophleum chlorostachys?

Green-spiked Erythrophleum

What is the family of Erythrophleum chlorostachys?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.