Status:
valid
Authors:
Duarte
Source:
cmp
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 23-24: 56 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580692
Common Names
- Callisthene dryadum
- Dryadum Callisthene
- Dryad's Callisthene
Description
Callisthene dryadum (also called Dryad's Callisthene, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green, glossy leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Callisthene dryadum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak, and its wood is used for fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Callisthene dryadum has small, white flowers that are star-shaped and arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Callisthene dryadum is a tropical plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Callisthene dryadum
Callisthene dryadum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Callisthene dryadum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Callisthene dryadum?
Callisthene dryadum
What is the common name of Callisthene dryadum?
Dryadum Callisthene
What is the family of Callisthene dryadum?
Asteraceae
Species in the Callisthene genus
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum,
Callisthene erythroclada,
Callisthene fasciculata,
Callisthene inundata,
Callisthene major,
Callisthene microphylla,
Callisthene minor,
Callisthene mollissima,
Erisma arietinum,
Erisma bicolor,
Erisma blancoa,
Erisma bracteosum,
Erisma calcaratum,
Erisma costatum,
Erisma djalma-batistae,
Erisma floribundum,
Erisma fuscum,
Erisma gracile,
Erisma japura,
Erisma lanceolatum,
Erisma laurifolium,
Erisma maliforme,
Erisma megalophyllum,
Erisma micranthum,
Erisma nitidum,
Erisma niveum,
Erisma silvae,
Erisma splendens,
Erisma tessmannii,
Erisma uncinatum,
Erisma panamense,
Erismadelphus exsul,
Erismadelphus sessilis,
Korupodendron songweanum,
Qualea marioniae,
Qualea johannabakkerae,
Qualea acuminata,
Qualea amapaensis,
Qualea amoena,
Qualea brasiliana,
Qualea brevipedicellata,
Qualea calantha,
Qualea calophylla,
Qualea clavata,
Qualea coerulea,
Qualea cordata,
Qualea cryptantha,
Qualea cyanea,
Qualea cymulosa,
Qualea decorticans,