Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
multifidus
ID:
788861

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 234 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788194

Common Names

  • Multifidus Calyptrocalyx
  • Calyptrocalyx Multifidus
  • Multifidus Bush-Lily

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Description

Calyptrocalyx multifidus (also called Many-leaved Calyptrocalyx, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and produces bright pink flowers in the spring. It is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrocalyx multifidus 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 multifidus has a white flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrocalyx multifidus 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 multifidus

Calyptrocalyx multifidus can be found in New Guinea.

Calyptrocalyx multifidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx multifidus?

Calyptrocalyx multifidus

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx multifidus?

Tropical rainforest

What is the flowering season of Calyptrocalyx multifidus?

Spring to summer

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-32680: 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.