Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
acaulis
ID:
579461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 6: 78 (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578793

Common Names

  • Calandrinia Acaulis
  • Acaulis' Calandrinia
  • Acaulis' Plant

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Synonyms

  • Calandrinia megarhiza Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Calandrinia saltensis Hauman [unknown]
  • Claytonia acaulis (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Claytonia humboldtiana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Claytonia megarhiza (Hemsl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cosmia prostrata Domb. [unknown]
  • Oreobroma megarhizum (Hemsl.) Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Lewisia megarhiza (Hemsl.) MacBryde [unknown]
  • Oreobroma mexicanum Rydb. [unknown]
  • Calandrinia acaulis acaulis [unknown]
  • Oreobroma acaule (Kunth) Rydb. [unknown]

Description

Calandrinia acaulis (also called Stemless Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Portulacaceae family. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Calandrinia acaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calandrinia acaulis has small, white, tubular flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calandrinia acaulis is a small, epiphytic plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Calandrinia acaulis

Calandrinia acaulis is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Calandrinia acaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calandrinia acaulis?

Calandrinia acaulis

What is the common name of Calandrinia acaulis?

Stemless Calandrinia

What is the natural habitat of Calandrinia acaulis?

Tropical and subtropical climates

Species in the Calandrinia genus

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

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