Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
1271233

Status:
valid

Authors:
Q.H.Chen

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 7(4): 413. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270571

Common Names

  • Calcicola Rhamnus
  • Calcicola Buckthorn
  • Calcicola Rhamnus

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Description

Rhamnus calcicola (also called Calcium Buckthorn, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Rhamnaceae. It is native to North America, where it is found in the United States and Canada. It grows in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Rhamnus calcicola is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rhamnus calcicola is small, yellowish-green, and has a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and spindly with narrow, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhamnus calcicola is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be taken. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Rhamnus calcicola

Rhamnus calcicola is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Rhamnus calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhamnus calcicola?

Rhamnus calcicola

What is the family of Rhamnus calcicola?

Rhamnaceae

What is the common name of Rhamnus calcicola?

Limestone Buckthorn

Species in the Rhamnus genus

Rhamnus saxatilis, Rhamnus spathulifolia, Rhamnus schlechteri, Rhamnus sibthorpiana, Rhamnus serpyllacea, Rhamnus seravschanica, Rhamnus prinoides, Rhamnus petiolaris, Rhamnus philippinensis, Rhamnus pichleri, Rhamnus persicifolia, Rhamnus qianweiensis, Rhamnus prunifolia, Rhamnus pyrella, Rhamnus pumila, Rhamnus punctata, Rhamnus purandharensis, Rhamnus pulogensis, Rhamnus wightii, Rhamnus woloszczakii, Rhamnus velutina, Rhamnus sumbawana, Rhamnus thymifolia, Rhamnus sumatrensis, Rhamnus staddo, Rhamnus tonkinensis, Rhamnus erythroxylon, Rhamnus disperma, Rhamnus dolichophylla, Rhamnus fallax, Rhamnus glaucophylla, Rhamnus glandulosa, Rhamnus gayeri, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus crenulata, Rhamnus davurica, Rhamnus collettii, Rhamnus costata, Rhamnus cornifolia, Rhamnus cordata, Rhamnus nitida, Rhamnus nigrescens, Rhamnus rhodopea, Rhamnus papuana, Rhamnus orbiculata, Rhamnus oleoides, Rhamnus myrtifolia, Rhamnus ludovici-salvatoris, Rhamnus lycioides, Rhamnus libanotica,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50246861: Based on the initial data import
Qian Hai Chen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.H.Chen' in the authors string.