Status:
valid
Authors:
Meyen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. 1: 349 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578831
Common Names
- Calandrinia Biflora
- Biflora's Calandrinia
- Biflora's Plant
Synonyms
- Calandrinia acuta Meyen ex Walp. [unknown]
- Calandrinia biflora glandulosa A.Gray [unknown]
- Calandrinia gayana acuta (Meyen ex Walp.) Reiche [unknown]
- Calandrinia gayana glandulosa (A.Gray) Reiche [unknown]
Description
Calandrinia biflora (also called Two-flowered Purslane, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with succulent leaves and stems. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry open forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Calandrinia biflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calandrinia biflora 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calandrinia biflora 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 biflora
Calandrinia biflora is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy areas.
Calandrinia biflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calandrinia biflora?
Calandrinia biflora
What is the common name of Calandrinia biflora?
Two-flowered Purslane
What is the natural habitat of Calandrinia biflora?
Dry, rocky slopes and outcrops
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,