Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
merrillianus
ID:
788818

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 232 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788151

Common Names

  • Calyptrocalyx merrillianus
  • Merrillianus Calyptrocalyx
  • Calyptrocalyx merrillianus

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Description

Calyptrocalyx merrillianus (also called Merrill's 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 merrillianus is used in traditional medicine for treating headaches, fever, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calyptrocalyx merrillianus 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 merrillianus 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 merrillianus

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

Calyptrocalyx merrillianus FAQ

What is the growth rate of Calyptrocalyx merrillianus?

Calyptrocalyx merrillianus has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the soil type for Calyptrocalyx merrillianus?

Calyptrocalyx merrillianus prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the light requirement for Calyptrocalyx merrillianus?

Calyptrocalyx merrillianus prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-32676: Based on the initial data import
Max Burret (1883-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burret' 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.