Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calva
ID:
331506

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brullo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 132: 61 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330838

Common Names

  • Calva Valantia
  • Valantia Calva
  • Valantia Calva

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Description

Valantia calva (also called Bald Valantia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It has a slender stem and grows to a height of up to 30 cm. Its leaves are lanceolate in shape and have a serrated margin. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Valantia calva has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Valantia calva is small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valantia calva is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or propagated by division. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Valantia calva

Valantia calva is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Valantia calva FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valantia calva?

Valantia calva

What type of plant is Valantia calva?

Valantia calva is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Valantia calva native to?

Valantia calva is native to Madagascar.

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-211290: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.