Calytrix depressa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Turcz.) Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 3: 47 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789645
Common Names
- Calytrix depressa
- Depressed Calytrix
- Depressa Calytrix
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calytrix depressa (also called the low-growing starflower, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, white star-shaped flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils. It is found in woodlands, heaths, and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Calytrix depressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in dried flower arrangements and as cut flowers. The plant is known for its showy, brightly colored flowers and its small, star-shaped leaves.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calytrix depressa has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calytrix depressa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Calytrix depressa
Calytrix depressa can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west.
Calytrix depressa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calytrix depressa?
Calytrix depressa
What is the natural habitat of Calytrix depressa?
Calytrix depressa is native to Australia.
What is the optimal soil type for Calytrix depressa?
Calytrix depressa prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Calytrix genus
Calytrix achaeta, Calytrix acutifolia, Calytrix alpestris, Calytrix amethystina, Calytrix angulata, Calytrix arborescens, Calytrix asperula, Calytrix aurea, Calytrix birdii, Calytrix brachychaeta, Calytrix brevifolia, Calytrix breviseta, Calytrix brownii, Calytrix carinata, Calytrix chrysantha, Calytrix creswellii, Calytrix decandra, Calytrix decussata, Calytrix depressa, Calytrix desolata, Calytrix divergens, Calytrix drummondii, Calytrix duplistipulata, Calytrix ecalycata, Calytrix eneabbensis, Calytrix erosipetala, Calytrix exstipulata, Calytrix faucicola, Calytrix flavescens, Calytrix formosa, Calytrix fraseri, Calytrix glaberrima, Calytrix glutinosa, Calytrix gracilis, Calytrix gurulmundensis, Calytrix gypsophila, Calytrix habrantha, Calytrix harvestiana, Calytrix inopinata, Calytrix involucrata, Calytrix islensis, Calytrix leptophylla, Calytrix leschenaultii, Calytrix longiflora, Calytrix megaphylla, Calytrix merrelliana, Calytrix micrairoides, Calytrix microcoma, Calytrix mimiana, Calytrix nematoclada,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32824: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.