Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rose ex R.E.Fr.) D.M.Bates
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 345 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527124
Common Names
- Allowissadula microcalyx
- Microcalyx Allowissadula
- Microcalyx
Description
Allowissadula microcalyx (also called Small-calyx Bulrush, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Allowissadula microcalyx is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Allowissadula microcalyx has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Allowissadula microcalyx is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Allowissadula microcalyx
Allowissadula microcalyx is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Allowissadula microcalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Allowissadula microcalyx?
Allowissadula microcalyx
What is the common name of Allowissadula microcalyx?
Microcalyx Allowissadula
What is the natural habitat of Allowissadula microcalyx?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Allowissadula genus
Allowissadula chiangii,
Allowissadula floribunda,
Allowissadula glandulosa,
Allowissadula holosericea,
Allowissadula lozanii,
Allowissadula microcalyx,
Allowissadula pringlei,
Allowissadula racemosa,
Allowissadula rosei,
Allowissadula sessei,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus,
Abelmoschus caillei,
Abelmoschus crinitus,
Abelmoschus esculentus,
Abelmoschus ficulneus,
Abelmoschus hostilis,
Abelmoschus magnificus,
Abelmoschus manihot,
Abelmoschus moschatus,
Abelmoschus muliensis,
Abelmoschus sagittifolius,
Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis,
Abroma augustum,
Abutilon abutiloides,
Abutilon affine,
Abutilon alii,
Abutilon amplum,
Abutilon andrewsianum,
Abutilon andrieuxii,
Abutilon anglosomaliae,
Abutilon angulatum,
Abutilon anodoides,
Abutilon appendiculatum,
Abutilon arenarium,
Abutilon arequipense,
Abutilon auritum,
Abutilon austroafricanum,
Abutilon badium,
Abutilon balansae,
Abutilon bastardioides,
Abutilon benedictum,
Abutilon berlandieri,
Abutilon bidentatum,
Abutilon bracteosum,
Abutilon buchii,
Abutilon burandtii,
Abutilon bussei,
Abutilon californicum,
Abutilon calliphyllum,
Abutilon carinatum,
Abutilon coahuilae,
Abutilon commutatum,
Abutilon cryptopetalum,
Abutilon cuspidatum,
Abutilon densiflorum,
Abutilon dinteri,
Abutilon dispermum,
Abutilon divaricatum,
Abutilon dugesii,
Abutilon durandoi,