Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflorus
ID:
788788
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1905
Citation Micro:
Webbia 1: 311 (1905)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788121
Common Names
- Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus
- Calyptrocalyx Laxiflorus
- Calyptrocalyx Laxiflorum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus (also called Loose-flowered Calyptrocalyx, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, oval leaves and white, pink or purple flowers. It grows in grasslands, scrub and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and is also used as a cut flower. It is drought-tolerant and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus 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 laxiflorus is a shrub native to Madagascar. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus
Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus?
Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus
What is the common name of Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus?
Loose-flowered Calyptrocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx laxiflorus?
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-32673: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.