Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
leptostachys
ID:
788807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Webbia 1: 306 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788140

Common Names

  • Calyptrocalyx leptostachys
  • Leptostachys Calyptrocalyx
  • Calyptrocalyx leptostachys

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Description

Calyptrocalyx leptostachys (also called Slender-stalked 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 leptostachys 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

The flower of Calyptrocalyx leptostachys is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrocalyx leptostachys is a small, evergreen shrub native to Malaysia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Calyptrocalyx leptostachys

Calyptrocalyx leptostachys can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

Calyptrocalyx leptostachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx leptostachys?

Calyptrocalyx leptostachys

What is the common name of Calyptrocalyx leptostachys?

Slender-spiked Calyptrocalyx

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx leptostachys?

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-32675: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.