Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
grandiflorus
ID:
579439

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) Radlk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 13: 279 (1884 publ. 1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578771



Common Names

  • Calacanthus Grandiflorus
  • Grandiflorus' Calacanthus
  • Grandiflorus' Flower


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Description

Calacanthus grandiflorus (also called Large-flowered Calacanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Calycanthaceae family. It is native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Calacanthus grandiflorus is used for ornamental purposes, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calacanthus grandiflorus has large, white, funnel-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calacanthus grandiflorus is a small, epiphytic plant that can be grown in a variety of climates. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in a well-draining potting mix and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Calacanthus grandiflorus

Calacanthus grandiflorus is native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Calacanthus grandiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calacanthus grandiflorus?

Calacanthus grandiflorus

What is the common name of Calacanthus grandiflorus?

Large-flowered calacanthus

What type of environment does Calacanthus grandiflorus prefer?

Calacanthus grandiflorus prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-drained soil.

Species in the Calacanthus genus

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

Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.