Status:
valid
Authors:
Woodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 19: 47 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000284116
Common Names
- Asketanthera calycosa
- Calycosa
- Calyx Asketanthera
Synonyms
- Rhodocalyx calycosus Miers [unknown]
- Echites calycosus A.Rich. [unknown]
- Echites rugelianus Urb. [unknown]
Description
Asketanthera calycosa (also called 'mountain horopito', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to New Zealand. It grows up to 8 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. Its leaves are leathery, dark green and glossy on the upper surface, and paler beneath. It is found in lowland and montane forests, and in scrub and shrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Asketanthera calycosa is a shrub native to New Zealand. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers and can be used as a hedge or screen. It is also used in landscaping and can be used to create a natural barrier or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asketanthera calycosa has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asketanthera calycosa is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Asketanthera calycosa
Asketanthera calycosa is native to Madagascar.
Asketanthera calycosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asketanthera calycosa?
Asketanthera calycosa
What is the family of Asketanthera calycosa?
Araliaceae
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Species in the Asketanthera genus
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Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
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Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,