Calytrix involucrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.M.Black
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 52: 225 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789961
Common Names
- Calytrix involucrata
- Involucrata Calytrix
- Involucrata Starflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calytrix involucrata (also called 'Involucrate Starflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family. It is native to Western Australia, and grows in heathland and open woodland. It is a perennial shrub with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Calytrix involucrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calytrix involucrata has flowers that are white or pink with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calytrix involucrata is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in early spring or late fall. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Calytrix involucrata
Calytrix involucrata is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and shrublands. It is available for purchase from online nurseries and garden centers.
Calytrix involucrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calytrix involucrata?
Calytrix involucrata
What is the common name of Calytrix involucrata?
Calytrix involucrata
Where is Calytrix involucrata native to?
Western Australia
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-32853: Based on the initial data import
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.