Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
spathicalyx
ID:
783707

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Robbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 51: 373 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783040

Common Names

  • Calycosiphonia spathicalyx
  • Calycosiphonia
  • Spathicalyx

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Description

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx (also called pink star, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and produces pink star-shaped flowers. It is found in grassland, scrubland and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycosiphonia spathicalyx is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx can be propagated by division of the rhizomes in early spring. The rhizomes should be planted in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. The soil should be kept moist during the growing season. After flowering, the plants should be cut back to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Calycosiphonia spathicalyx

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycosiphonia spathicalyx?

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx

What type of plant is Calycosiphonia spathicalyx?

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx is a type of shrub

Where is Calycosiphonia spathicalyx found?

Calycosiphonia spathicalyx is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Calycosiphonia genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32153: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Elmar Robbrecht (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbr.' in the authors string.