Calyptrotheca taitensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taitensis
ID:
344305
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pax & Vatke) Brenan
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 74 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343637
Common Names
- Calyptrotheca taitensis
- Tait's Calyptrotheca
- Taitensis Calyptrotheca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Calyptrotheca stuhlmannii Gilg [unknown]
- Talinum taitensis Pax & Vatke [unknown]
Description
Calyptrotheca taitensis (also called Taita calyptrotheca, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a woody stem. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 10 cm long. It is found in dry, rocky soils in prairies, open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptrotheca taitensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calyptrotheca taitensis is small, white, and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptrotheca taitensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft). It is native to Taita Hills, Kenya and is found in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Calyptrotheca taitensis
Calyptrotheca taitensis can be found in Kenya and Tanzania.
Calyptrotheca taitensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrotheca taitensis?
Calyptrotheca taitensis
What is the family of Calyptrotheca taitensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Calyptrotheca taitensis?
Taitensis Daisy
Species in the Calyptrotheca genus
Species in the Didiereaceae family
Alluaudia ascendens, Alluaudia comosa, Alluaudia dumosa, Alluaudia humbertii, Alluaudia montagnacii, Alluaudia procera, Alluaudiopsis fiherenensis, Alluaudiopsis marnieriana, Calyptrotheca somalensis, Calyptrotheca taitensis, Ceraria carrissoana, Ceraria fruticulosa, Ceraria longipedunculata, Ceraria namaquensis, Ceraria pygmaea, Ceraria kuneneana, Ceraria kaokoensis, Decarya madagascariensis, Didierea madagascariensis, Didierea trollii, Portulacaria afra, Portulacaria armiana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-223742: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Vatke (1849-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vatke' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.