Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
calapparia
ID:
657431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) H.Wendl. & Drude ex Scheff.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Ann. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg 1: 156 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656763

Common Names

  • Calapparia Actinorhytis
  • Actinorhytis calapparia
  • Calapparia Actinorhytis

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Description

Actinorhytis calapparia (also called Calappa's Clubmoss, among many other common names) is a species of clubmoss native to tropical Africa. It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping habit, growing to 15 cm tall by 30 cm wide. It is found in grassland, open woodland, and rocky slopes in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Actinorhytis calapparia has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber. It has also been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Actinorhytis calapparia are small, yellowish-green, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinorhytis calapparia is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Actinorhytis calapparia

Actinorhytis calapparia is native to South America and can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Venezuela.

Actinorhytis calapparia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinorhytis calapparia?

Actinorhytis calapparia

What is the natural habitat of Actinorhytis calapparia?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes of Bolivia and Peru

What is the flowering season of Actinorhytis calapparia?

Spring and summer

Species in the Actinorhytis genus

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2778: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Carl Georg Oscar Drude (1852-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drude' in the authors string.
Rudolph Scheffer (1844-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scheff.' in the authors string.
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.