Calyptrocalyx pusillus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusillus
ID:
788898
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Becc.) Dowe & M.D.Ferrero
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Blumea 46: 238 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000788231
Common Names
- Pusillus Calyptrocalyx
- Calyptrocalyx Pusillus
- Pusillus Bush-Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calyptrocalyx pusillus (also called Dwarf 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 pusillus 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 pusillus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptrocalyx pusillus 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 pusillus
Calyptrocalyx pusillus can be found in New Guinea.
Calyptrocalyx pusillus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrocalyx pusillus?
Calyptrocalyx pusillus
What is the natural habitat of Calyptrocalyx pusillus?
Tropical rainforest
What is the flowering season of Calyptrocalyx pusillus?
Spring to summer
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32684: 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.