Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
villosa
ID:
507401

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klack.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 29: 114 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506733

Common Names

  • Calyptranthera villosa
  • Villosa Calyptranthera
  • Calyptranthera

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Description

Calyptranthera villosa (also called Hairy 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 villosa 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 villosa has white flowers with a yellow center and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptranthera villosa 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 villosa

Calyptranthera villosa is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of the state.

Calyptranthera villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptranthera villosa?

Calyptranthera villosa

What is the natural habitat of Calyptranthera villosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What is the flowering period of Calyptranthera villosa?

Spring and summer

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,

References