Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
calcarea
ID:
712595

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chinnock

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
in J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 6(2): 156. 1983.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711928

Common Names

  • Gunniopsis calcarea
  • Calcarea Gunniopsis
  • Gunniopsis Calcarea

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Description

Gunniopsis calcarea (also called Gunniopsis calcarea, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is commonly found in open forests, woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gunniopsis calcarea is used as a medicinal plant and is also used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gunniopsis calcarea has white flowers with yellow centres and a distinctive four-lobed calyx. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gunniopsis calcarea can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Gunniopsis calcarea

Gunniopsis calcarea is native to Australia.

Gunniopsis calcarea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gunniopsis calcarea?

Gunniopsis calcarea

What is the common name of Gunniopsis calcarea?

Calcareous Gunniopsis

What is the natural habitat of Gunniopsis calcarea?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Robert James Chinnock (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chinnock' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000711928: Based on the initial data import