Status:
valid
Authors:
Klack.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 29: 118 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506730
Common Names
- Calyptranthera filifera
- Filifera Calyptranthera
- Calyptranthera
Description
Calyptranthera filifera (also called Thread-leaved calyptranthera, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist habitats such as woodlands, hedgerows, and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptranthera filifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calyptranthera filifera has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calyptranthera filifera is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light frosts and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Calyptranthera filifera
Calyptranthera filifera is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of the state.
Calyptranthera filifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptranthera filifera?
Calyptranthera filifera
What is the natural habitat of Calyptranthera filifera?
Grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Calyptranthera filifera?
Spring and summer
Species in the Calyptranthera genus
Calyptranthera filifera,
Calyptranthera sulphurea,
Calyptranthera villosa,
Calyptranthera baronii,
Calyptranthera brevicaudata,
Calyptranthera caudiclava,
Calyptranthera gautieri,
Calyptranthera grandiflora,
Calyptranthera pubipetala,
Calyptranthera schatziana,
Calyptranthera viridiflava,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
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,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,