Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A.Möller
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Ann. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg 16: 115 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608440
Common Names
- Nymanii Cladopus
- Nymanii Water-Starwort
- Nymanii Water-Plantain
Synonyms
- Cladopus nymanii Warm. [unknown]
- Cladopus warmingianus Koidz. [unknown]
Description
Cladopus nymanii (also called Nyman'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 nymanii 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 nymanii has white petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cladopus nymanii 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 nymanii
Cladopus nymanii is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian and Guangdong.
Cladopus nymanii FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Cladopus nymanii?
Cladopus nymanii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil is best for Cladopus nymanii?
Cladopus nymanii prefers well-draining, sandy soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5.
How much light does Cladopus nymanii need?
Cladopus nymanii prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Cladopus genus
Cladopus austrosinensis,
Cladopus doianus,
Cladopus fallax,
Cladopus fukienensis,
Cladopus hookerianus,
Cladopus javanicus,
Cladopus nymanii,
Cladopus pierrei,
Cladopus queenslandicus,
Cladopus taiensis,
Cladopus yinggelingensis,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
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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,