Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Dowe & M.D.Ferrero
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 233 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788162
Common Names
- Micholitzii Calyptrocalyx
- Calyptrocalyx Micholitzii
- Micholitzii Bush-Lily
Description
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii (also called Micholitz's Calyptrocalyx, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and produces bright purple flowers in the spring. It is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii 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
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii 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 micholitzii
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii can be found in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii FAQ
What is the growth rate of Calyptrocalyx micholitzii?
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type for Calyptrocalyx micholitzii?
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What is the light requirement for Calyptrocalyx micholitzii?
Calyptrocalyx micholitzii prefers full sun to partial shade.
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,