Species Diversity of the genus Clerodendrum L. (Lamiaceae) in Bangladesh Agricultural University Campus and their use in traditional medicines

The genus Clerodendrum L. belongs to the family Lamiaceae and comprises a variety of plants including herbs, shrubs, climbers and trees, distributed in subtropical and tropical regions of the world.Over 500 species belonging to the genus Clerodendrum have been documented worldwide, with a recorded count of 17 species specifically observed in Bangladesh.A recent survey recorded 13 species of the genus from the campus of Bangladesh Agricultural University.Out of those, three species, viz.C. bungei Steud., C. calamitosum L., and C. schmidtii C.B.Clarke, are new additions to the (introduced) flora of Bangladesh, which increase the total number of Clerodendrum species to 20 for the country.The updated nomenclature of each species, concise descriptions, ethnomedicinal uses, photo plates, and pertinent annotations are also provided.