Status:
valid
Authors:
Craven
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Brunonia 10: 80 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789972
Common Names
- Calytrix islensis
- Islensis Calytrix
- Islensis Starflower
Description
Calytrix islensis (also called Island Calytrix, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, star-shaped leaves and clusters of white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in heath and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calytrix islensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calytrix islensis is white with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calytrix islensis 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 islensis
Calytrix islensis 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 islensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calytrix islensis?
Calytrix islensis
What is the common name of Calytrix islensis?
Calytrix islensis
Where is Calytrix islensis 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,