Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
calyculata
ID:
600192

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Moench

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Methodus : 457 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599524

Common Names

  • Calyculata Leatherleaf
  • Calyculata Chamaedaphne
  • Chamaedaphne Calyculata

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Synonyms

  • Andromeda angustifolia Pursh [valid]
  • Andromeda calyculata L. [valid]
  • Andromeda calyculata angustifolia Aiton [valid]
  • Andromeda calyculata anomala Vent. [valid]
  • Andromeda calyculata latifolia Aiton [valid]
  • Andromeda calyculata nana G.Lodd. [valid]
  • Andromeda calyculata ventricosa Aiton [valid]
  • Andromeda crispa Poir. [valid]
  • Cassandra angustifolia (Aiton) G.Don [valid]
  • Cassandra angustifolia anomala (Vent.) DC. [valid]
  • Cassandra calyculata (L.) D.Don [valid]
  • Cassandra calyculata angustifolia A.Gray [valid]
  • Cassandra calyculata latifolia F.Seym. [valid]
  • Cassandra calyculata nana (G.Lodd.) Bean [valid]
  • Chamaedaphne calyculata angustifolia (Aiton) Rehder [valid]
  • Chamaedaphne calyculata latifolia (Aiton) Fernald [valid]
  • Chamaedaphne calyculata nana (Lodd.) Rehder [valid]
  • Chamaedaphne calyculata nana (Lodd.) A.P.Khokhr. [valid]
  • Chamaedaphne crispa (Poir.) Spach [valid]
  • Exolepta calyculata Raf. [valid]
  • Hydragonum calyculatum (L.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Chamaedaphne calyculata (also called Leatherleaf, among many other common names) is a shrub native to North America. It has small, white flowers and leathery, evergreen leaves. It grows in bogs, swamps, and wet woods.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaedaphne calyculata is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant and can be used to stabilize soil on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaedaphne calyculata is white, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaedaphne calyculata is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 2 m (6 ft). It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, although cuttings can be taken from mature plants. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings of juvenile plants.

Where to Find Chamaedaphne calyculata

Chamaedaphne calyculata is native to North America.

Chamaedaphne calyculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaedaphne calyculata?

Chamaedaphne calyculata

What type of plant is Chamaedaphne calyculata?

Evergreen shrub

Where does Chamaedaphne calyculata grow?

It grows in moist, acidic soils in North America

Species in the Chamaedaphne genus

Species in the Ericaceae family

References