Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
calliptera
ID:
498319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hügel : 70 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497651

Common Names

  • Winged Scaevola
  • Fan Flower
  • Beach Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Scaevola macropoda DC. [unknown]
  • Scaevola benthamea de Vriese [unknown]

Description

Scaevola calliptera (also called Fan Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, fan-shaped flowers that range in color from white to pink and purple. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Scaevola calliptera is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering season and is drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice for hot, dry climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Scaevola calliptera are white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaevola calliptera is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in spring and summer.

Where to Find Scaevola calliptera

Scaevola calliptera can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.

Scaevola calliptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaevola calliptera?

Scaevola calliptera

What is the common name of Scaevola calliptera?

Winged Fan Flower

What is the natural habitat of Scaevola calliptera?

It is native to Australia

Species in the Scaevola genus

Scaevola tortuosa, Scaevola tahitensis, Scaevola tenuifolia, Scaevola thesioides, Scaevola socotraensis, Scaevola subcapitata, Scaevola spicigera, Scaevola striata, Scaevola tomentosa, Scaevola verticillata, Scaevola virgata, Scaevola pauciflora, Scaevola parvibarbata, Scaevola parviflora, Scaevola parvifolia, Scaevola paulayi, Scaevola phlebopetala, Scaevola sericophylla, Scaevola oldfieldii, Scaevola longifolia, Scaevola obovata, Scaevola paludosa, Scaevola oppositifolia, Scaevola ovalifolia, Scaevola oxyclona, Scaevola plumieri, Scaevola nubigena, Scaevola revoluta, Scaevola platyphylla, Scaevola pulchella, Scaevola porocarya, Scaevola porrecta, Scaevola procera, Scaevola restiacea, Scaevola repens, Scaevola pulvinaris, Scaevola racemigera, Scaevola ramosissima, Scaevola macropyrena, Scaevola macrostachya, Scaevola marquesensis, Scaevola micrantha, Scaevola microcarpa, Scaevola microphylla, Scaevola macrophylla, Scaevola glabrata, Scaevola gracilis, Scaevola glandulifera, Scaevola globosa, Scaevola globulifera,

Species in the Goodeniaceae family

Anthotium humile, Anthotium junciforme, Anthotium odontophyllum, Anthotium rubriflorum, Brunonia australis, Coopernookia barbata, Coopernookia chisholmii, Coopernookia georgei, Coopernookia polygalacea, Coopernookia scabridiuscula, Coopernookia strophiolata, Crossotoma spinescens, Crossotoma oleoides, Dampiera adpressa, Dampiera alata, Dampiera altissima, Dampiera angulata, Dampiera anonyma, Dampiera atriplicina, Dampiera candicans, Dampiera carinata, Dampiera cervula, Dampiera cinerea, Dampiera conospermoides, Dampiera coronata, Dampiera decurrens, Dampiera deltoidea, Dampiera dentata, Dampiera discolor, Dampiera diversifolia, Dampiera dysantha, Dampiera eriantha, Dampiera eriocephala, Dampiera fasciculata, Dampiera ferruginea, Dampiera fitzgeraldensis, Dampiera fusca, Dampiera galbraithiana, Dampiera glabrescens, Dampiera haematotricha, Dampiera hederacea, Dampiera heteroptera, Dampiera incana, Dampiera juncea, Dampiera krauseana, Dampiera lanceolata, Dampiera latealata, Dampiera lavandulacea, Dampiera leptoclada, Dampiera lindleyi,