Description
Clerodendrum nudiflorum (also called naked-flowered clerodendrum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in ravines. It has glossy, ovate leaves and clusters of white, fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clerodendrum nudiflorum is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, round, black seed, and the seedling is a small, shrubby plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clerodendrum nudiflorum is a tropical shrub that is native to the Caribbean and parts of Central and South America. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-prepared seed bed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat moss.