Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
509286

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nied.) W.R.Anderson & C.Davis

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 25: 152 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508618

Common Names

  • Calcicola sericea
  • Silky Calcicola
  • Palo de Seda

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Synonyms

  • Hiraea sericea Engelm. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Mascagnia sericea Nied. [unknown]

Description

Calcicola sericea (also called Silky Calcicola, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with small, silvery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calcicola sericea is a species of flowering plant in the Cyperaceae family. It is native to India. Non-medical uses of this plant include use as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calcicola sericea is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calcicola sericea is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.

Where to Find Calcicola sericea

Calcicola sericea can be found in the dry forests of India.

Calcicola sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calcicola sericea?

Calcicola sericea

What is the common name of Calcicola sericea?

Sericea

Where is Calcicola sericea found?

Central and South America

Species in the Calcicola genus

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2606498: Based on the initial data import
Franz Josef Niedenzu (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nied.' in the authors string.
William Russell Anderson (1942-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Anderson' in the authors string.
Charles Cavender Davis (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Davis' in the authors string.