Status:
valid
Authors:
Bureau & K.Schum.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 214 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780894
Common Names
- Tephrinocalyx Adenocalymma
- Tephrinocalyx Adenocalymma
- Tephrinocalyx Bottlebrush
Description
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx (also called Tephrinocalyx Adenocalymma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and yellow fruits. It is native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina, and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used to attract butterflies and birds to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx is a white or yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx can be found in Brazil.
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx FAQ
What is the common name of Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx?
Tephrinocalyx Adenocalymma
What is the scientific name of Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx?
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx?
It is found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:4345-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].