Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
flabellatus
ID:
788722

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Becc.) Dowe & M.D.Ferrero

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 224 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788055

Common Names

  • Calyptrocalyx flabellatus
  • Fan-shaped Calyptrocalyx
  • Calyptrocalyx

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Description

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus (also called Blue Stars, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is found in rocky grassland and on rocky slopes. It has narrow, linear leaves and blue star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus has yellow flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus is a hardy, evergreen perennial with a clumping habit. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It is also possible to propagate from seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Calyptrocalyx flabellatus

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx flabellatus?

Calyptrocalyx flabellatus

What is the common name of Calyptrocalyx flabellatus?

Fan-shaped Calyptrocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx flabellatus?

Dry woodland and rocky slopes

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-32667: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
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.