Calandrinia galapagosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galapagosa
ID:
579593
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.St.John
Source:
cmp
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 24: 95 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578925
Common Names
- Galapagos Rock-cress
- Galapagos Rock Daisy
- Galapagos Daisy
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- Talinum galapagosum (H.St.John) Hershk. [unknown]
Description
Calandrinia galapagosa (also called 'Galapagos Redmaids', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in dry areas, such as rocky outcrops and sandy soils. It has small, round leaves and tall, slender stems that can reach up to 1 meter in height.
Uses & Benefits
Calandrinia galapagosa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover and as a border plant. The plant is drought-tolerant and can be used in xeriscaping. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calandrinia galapagosa has bright pink flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calandrinia galapagosa is a perennial plant that grows in a wide range of climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seed should be sown in spring or summer in a sunny position. Division should be done in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Calandrinia galapagosa
Calandrinia galapagosa is native to the Galapagos Islands and can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Calandrinia galapagosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calandrinia galapagosa?
Calandrinia galapagosa
What type of plant is Calandrinia galapagosa?
It is an annual herb
Where does Calandrinia galapagosa grow?
It is native to the Galapagos Islands
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2690617: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.