Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
calcoma
ID:
1228939

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ochot.-Booth & A.Delgado

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot.65: 8 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228277

Common Names

  • Ramirezella calcoma
  • Calcoma Ramirezella
  • Ramirezella

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Description

Ramirezella calcoma (also called 'Calcoma Ramirezella', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellow-green color and a smooth, glossy surface. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Ramirezella calcoma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ramirezella calcoma is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ramirezella calcoma is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Ramirezella calcoma

Ramirezella calcoma can be found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Alfonso Delgado Salinas (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Delgado' in the authors string.
Helga Ochoterena-Booth (1969-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochot.-Booth' in the authors string.