Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
calcitrapa
ID:
567246

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 8: 147 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566578



Common Names

  • Calcutta Eyelash
  • Calcutta Eyelash Plant
  • Calcutta False Caltrop


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Description

Blepharis calcitrapa (also called Caltrop Eyelash, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in dry forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharis calcitrapa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: yellow, tubular, with five petals. Seed: small, black, round. Seedlings: oval, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharis calcitrapa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Blepharis calcitrapa

Blepharis calcitrapa is native to Africa, particularly in the countries of Ethiopia, Somalia, Sudan, and Kenya. It can be found in dry, sandy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and agricultural land.

Blepharis calcitrapa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blepharis calcitrapa?

Blepharis calcitrapa

What is the common name of Blepharis calcitrapa?

Calcitrapa Blepharis

Where is Blepharis calcitrapa native to?

South Africa

Species in the Blepharis genus

Blepharis acanthodioides, Blepharis acuminata, Blepharis aequisepala, Blepharis affinis, Blepharis angusta, Blepharis aspera, Blepharis asteracanthus, Blepharis attenuata, Blepharis bainesii, Blepharis boranensis, Blepharis breyeri, Blepharis buchneri, Blepharis burundiensis, Blepharis calcitrapa, Blepharis capensis, Blepharis chrysotricha, Blepharis ciliaris, Blepharis crinita, Blepharis cuanzensis, Blepharis cuspidata, Blepharis decussata, Blepharis dhofarensis, Blepharis dilatata, Blepharis diplodonta, Blepharis diversispina, Blepharis drummondii, Blepharis dunensis, Blepharis duvigneaudii, Blepharis edulis, Blepharis espinosa, Blepharis exigua, Blepharis fenestralis, Blepharis ferox, Blepharis flava, Blepharis fleckii, Blepharis forgiarinii, Blepharis furcata, Blepharis gazensis, Blepharis gigantea, Blepharis glinus, Blepharis glomerans, Blepharis glumacea, Blepharis grandis, Blepharis grossa, Blepharis hildebrandtii, Blepharis hirtinervia, Blepharis huillensis, Blepharis ilicifolia, Blepharis ilicina, Blepharis inaequalis,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.