Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
pachystachys
ID:
788871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Webbia 1: 308 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788204

Common Names

  • Pachystachys Calyptrocalyx
  • Calyptrocalyx Pachystachys
  • Pachystachys Bush-Lily

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Description

Calyptrocalyx pachystachys (also called Pachystachys 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 pachystachys 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 pachystachys 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 pachystachys 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 pachystachys

Calyptrocalyx pachystachys can be found in New Guinea.

Calyptrocalyx pachystachys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx pachystachys?

Calyptrocalyx pachystachys

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx pachystachys?

Tropical rainforest

What is the flowering season of Calyptrocalyx pachystachys?

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-32681: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.