Melolobium calycinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycinum
ID:
211687
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot.3: 350 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000211016
Common Names
- Melolobium calycinum
- Calyx Melolobium
- Calyx Velvetbush
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- Melolobium villosum Harms [unknown]
Description
Melolobium calycinum (also called large-flowered melolobium, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and green leaves. It is native to South Africa and grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Melolobium calycinum is used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders, as well as for its wood, which is used for making furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Melolobium calycinum has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Melolobium calycinum is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water or fertilizer. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Melolobium calycinum
Melolobium calycinum can be found in South Africa, in the Northern Cape and Western Cape provinces.
Melolobium calycinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melolobium calycinum?
Melolobium calycinum
What is the common name of Melolobium calycinum?
Large-flowered Melolobium
What is the natural habitat of Melolobium calycinum?
Dry grassland, scrub, and open woodland
Species in the Melolobium genus
Melolobium alpinum, Melolobium adenoides, Melolobium aethiopicum, Melolobium calycinum, Melolobium candicans, Melolobium exudans, Melolobium humile, Melolobium macrocalyx, Melolobium microphyllum, Melolobium obcordatum, Melolobium stipulatum, Melolobium subspicatum, Melolobium velutinum, Melolobium wilmsii, Melolobium lampolobum, Melolobium macrocalyx,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Melolobium calycinum Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.