Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
polyphyllus
ID:
788889

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 449 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788222

Common Names

  • Polyphyllus Calyptrocalyx
  • Calyptrocalyx Polyphyllus
  • Polyphyllus Bush-Lily

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Description

Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus (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 polyphyllus 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 polyphyllus 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 polyphyllus is a hardy, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus

Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus can be found in New Guinea.

Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus?

Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus

What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus?

Tropical rainforest

What is the flowering season of Calyptrocalyx polyphyllus?

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-32683: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.