Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
calytricha
ID:
1305970

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Otto ex Hook.) Orb.

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Dict. Univ. Hist. Nat. 11: 413 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318424



Common Names

  • Schaueria calytricha
  • Calytricha
  • Schaueria


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Description

Schaueria calytricha (also called Calytricha-leaved schaueria, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in open and disturbed areas. It prefers moist soils and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Schaueria calytricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schaueria calytricha is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schaueria calytricha is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Schaueria calytricha

Schaueria calytricha can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Schaueria calytricha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schaueria calytricha?

Schaueria calytricha

What is the common name of Schaueria calytricha?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Schaueria calytricha?

Dry forests and scrublands

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Ana Luiza A. Côrtes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.A.Côrtes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165481-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.