Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
abdicatum
ID:
835961

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Lang

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 22: 49 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835296



Common Names

  • Calostemma abdicatum
  • Abdicatum Calostemma
  • Abdicatum's Calostemma


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Description

Calostemma abdicatum (also called 'Abdicated Calostemma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is typically found in open, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calostemma abdicatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calostemma abdicatum is a yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calostemma abdicatum is a terrestrial orchid native to Australia. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be grown in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Calostemma abdicatum

Calostemma abdicatum is found in Australia.

Calostemma abdicatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calostemma abdicatum?

Calostemma abdicatum

What is the natural habitat of Calostemma abdicatum?

Tropical rainforests of Australia

What is the flowering season of Calostemma abdicatum?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Calostemma genus

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-372523: Based on the initial data import
Peter J. Lang (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Lang' in the authors string.