Calyptrocalyx forbesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forbesii
ID:
788732
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Dowe & M.D.Ferrero
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Wodyetia 4(3): 10 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788065
Common Names
- Calyptrocalyx forbesii
- Forbes' Calyptrocalyx
- Calyptrocalyx
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calyptrocalyx forbesii (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 forbesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calyptrocalyx forbesii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptrocalyx forbesii 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 forbesii
Calyptrocalyx forbesii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Calyptrocalyx forbesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx forbesii?
Calyptrocalyx forbesii
What is the common name of Calyptrocalyx forbesii?
Forbes' Calyptrocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx forbesii?
Dry woodland and rocky slopes
Species in the Calyptrocalyx genus
Calyptrocalyx albertisianus, Calyptrocalyx amoenus, Calyptrocalyx arfakianus, Calyptrocalyx awa, Calyptrocalyx caudiculatus, Calyptrocalyx doxanthus, Calyptrocalyx elegans, Calyptrocalyx flabellatus, Calyptrocalyx forbesii, Calyptrocalyx geonomiformis, Calyptrocalyx hollrungii, Calyptrocalyx julianettii, Calyptrocalyx lauterbachianus, Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus, Calyptrocalyx lepidotus, Calyptrocalyx leptostachys, Calyptrocalyx merrillianus, Calyptrocalyx micholitzii, Calyptrocalyx multifidus, Calyptrocalyx pachystachys, Calyptrocalyx pauciflorus, Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus, Calyptrocalyx pusillus, Calyptrocalyx sessiliflorus, Calyptrocalyx spicatus, Calyptrocalyx yamutumene, Calyptrocalyx calcicolus, Calyptrocalyx reflexus,
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-32668: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' 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.