Family: Cleomaceae
Author: DC.
Bibliography: Prodr. 1: 241 (1824)
Year: 1824
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Cleome
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Cape Verde, Trop. Africa, Indian Subcontinent to Myanmar
Description
The fringed spiderflower, known scientifically as Cleome rutidosperma, is a distinctive plant species within the Cleomaceae family. First documented in 1824, this plant has garnered attention for its unique botanical features and widespread geographical presence.
Native to the Cape Verde, Tropical Africa, and extending through the Indian Subcontinent to Myanmar, Cleome rutidosperma has adapted to a variety of climatic conditions, making it a versatile species in the world of botany. This adaptability has allowed it to thrive in diverse environments, from the arid landscapes of Africa to the tropical regions of the Indian subcontinent.
The fringed spiderflower is easily recognizable by its characteristic fringed petals, which add an elegant touch to its appearance. The delicate, spider-like flowers are not only visually appealing but also contribute to the plant’s ecological role in its native habitats. They attract various pollinators, thereby playing a crucial part in the ecosystem’s reproductive processes.
This plant’s robust presence across multiple continents signifies its ecological significance and adaptability. For researchers and botanists, Cleome rutidosperma presents an interesting case study due to its broad distribution and the ability to flourish in both tropical and temperate regions. Its resilience and widespread occurrence make it an important species for understanding plant adaptation and survival in varying environmental conditions.
In summary, the fringed spiderflower is a plant of considerable interest, not only for its aesthetic qualities but also for its biological and ecological roles across a vast geographical range. As a member of the Cleomaceae family, Cleome rutidosperma continues to intrigue and inspire further research and appreciation among the botanical community.
Common Names
En: Fringed spiderflower, Consumption weed, Ciliate Spider-flower
Synonyms
- Sieruela rutidosperma ((DC.) Roalson & J.C.Hall)
Distribution
- Angola (native)
- Assam (native)
- Benin (native)
- Burundi (native)
- Cameroon (native)
- Cape Verde (native)
- Central African Repu (native)
- Chad (native)
- Congo (native)
- Gabon (native)
- Ghana (native)
- Guinea (native)
- Gulf of Guinea Is. (native)
- India (native)
- Ivory Coast (native)
- Liberia (native)
- Mozambique (native)
- Myanmar (native)
- Nigeria (native)
- Senegal (native)
- Sierra Leone (native)
- Sri Lanka (native)
- Sudan (native)
- Tanzania (native)
- Togo (native)
- Uganda (native)
- Zambia (native)
- Zaïre (native)
- Andaman Is. (introduced)
- Bangladesh (introduced)
- Borneo (introduced)
- Brazil North (introduced)
- Cambodia (introduced)
- Chagos Archipelago (introduced)
- China South-Central (introduced)
- China Southeast (introduced)
- Christmas I. (introduced)
- Comoros (introduced)
- Cuba (introduced)
- Dominican Republic (introduced)
- East Himalaya (introduced)
- Florida (introduced)
- French Guiana (introduced)
- Hainan (introduced)
- Haiti (introduced)
- Honduras (introduced)
- Jamaica (introduced)
- Jawa (introduced)
- Laos (introduced)
- Leeward Is. (introduced)
- Lesser Sunda Is. (introduced)
- Malaya (introduced)
- Mexico Northwest (introduced)
- Nauru (introduced)
- Nepal (introduced)
- Nicaragua (introduced)
- Nicobar Is. (introduced)
- Panamá (introduced)
- Puerto Rico (introduced)
- South Carolina (introduced)
- South China Sea (introduced)
- Sumatera (introduced)
- Taiwan (introduced)
- Thailand (introduced)
- Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)
- Venezuela (introduced)
- Windward Is. (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken Oct 10, 2021 by Arvind Kulkarni (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 10, 2021 by Arvind Kulkarni (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 1, 2020 by Vilhena JosiasCarlos (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 12, 2020 by Shanker Ramanathan (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 22, 2022 by Blue Bottle (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Oct 8, 2020 by Marie Legau (cc-by-sa)
Taken Feb 17, 2021 by wayne (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 14, 2019 by Elly Hutchinson (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 10, 2021 by Arvind Kulkarni (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 27, 2022 by bee gee (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Feb 2, 2021 by Prakash Rudraraju (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 19, 2022 by Anindya Chaudhuri (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2020 by Gonzalez Jairo (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 15, 2021 by Fatema Pachorawala (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 31, 2021 by Vu Le (cc-by-sa)
Bark
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Taken Sep 4, 2020 by NICOLAS VERON (cc-by-sa)
Taken Feb 4, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Chloe PIERRE (cc-by-sa)
Taken Feb 4, 2021 by Ibnu S. Ibnu S. (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken May 10, 2022 by Swastik Brahma Hota (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 16, 2017 by Sindhu Babussmc (cc-by-sa)
Taken Feb 4, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Chloe PIERRE (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 9, 2014 by EOL − Jonathan Hiew (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken May 30, 2021 by pratiwir pratiwir (cc-by-sa)
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Sources
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:147293-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Cleome rutidosperma DC.)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3054196)