Calyptrocalyx hollrungii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hollrungii
ID:
788755
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) Dowe & M.D.Ferrero
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 226 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788088
Common Names
- Calyptrocalyx hollrungii
- Hollrungii Calyptrocalyx
- Hollrungii Bush Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calyptrocalyx hollrungii (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 hollrungii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calyptrocalyx hollrungii has a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptrocalyx hollrungii is a hardy, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Calyptrocalyx hollrungii
Calyptrocalyx hollrungii can be found in New Guinea.
Calyptrocalyx hollrungii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx hollrungii?
Calyptrocalyx hollrungii
What is the common name of Calyptrocalyx hollrungii?
Calyptrocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx hollrungii?
Tropical rainforests
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-32670: 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.