Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paucicostata
ID:
790833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 10: 106 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000790166

Common Names

  • Calytrix paucicostata
  • Paucicostata Calytrix
  • Few-ribbed Calytrix

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Description

Calytrix paucicostata (also called Few-ribbed Calytrix, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the myrtle family. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia, where it grows in heathland and shrubland habitats. It has small, rounded leaves and produces spikes of white to pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Calytrix paucicostata is a popular ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calytrix paucicostata has a flower that is white, pink, or purple in color and has 6 petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are long and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calytrix paucicostata is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position and the cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Calytrix paucicostata

Calytrix paucicostata 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 paucicostata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calytrix paucicostata?

Calytrix paucicostata

What is the common name of Calytrix paucicostata?

Few-veined Calytrix

What is the natural habitat of Calytrix paucicostata?

Heathlands, woodlands, and grasslands

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,

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