Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
amoenus
ID:
788602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dowe & M.D.Ferrero

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 215 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000787935

Common Names

  • Calyptrocalyx amoenus
  • Amoenus Clove
  • Calyptrocalyx Amoenus

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Description

Calyptrocalyx amoenus (also called Amoenus Lantana, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Myrtaceae. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 5 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrocalyx amoenus has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its fragrant aroma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calyptrocalyx amoenus has star-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are usually white or pink in color. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrocalyx amoenus is a perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Calyptrocalyx amoenus

Calyptrocalyx amoenus is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family, native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Calyptrocalyx amoenus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx amoenus?

Calyptrocalyx amoenus

What is the common name of Calyptrocalyx amoenus?

Amoenus calyptrocalyx

What is the natural distribution of Calyptrocalyx amoenus?

Costa Rica

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-32656: Based on the initial data import
John Leslie Dowe (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dowe' in the authors string.
Michael D. Ferrero (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.D.Ferrero' in the authors string.