Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
purpureum
ID:
763529

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 298 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000762862



Common Names

  • Purple Calostemma
  • Purple Starflower
  • Purple Star of Bethlehem


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Description

Calostemma purpureum (also called Calostemma, among many other common names) is a species of terrestrial orchids native to the tropical forests of Australia. It has a single, erect, fleshy, lanceolate leaf and a single, terminal, erect, fleshy, yellowish-green flower. It grows in humid, tropical forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Calostemma purpureum is an ornamental plant used in gardens for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calostemma purpureum is purple and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calostemma purpureum is an evergreen perennial native to Australia. It is easy to grow and propagate from seed or by division of the clumps. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed sown in autumn or spring, and can also be divided in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps every few years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Calostemma purpureum

Calostemma purpureum can be found in Australia.

Calostemma purpureum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calostemma purpureum?

Calostemma purpureum

What is the common name of Calostemma purpureum?

Purple Calostemma

What is the natural habitat of Calostemma purpureum?

Calostemma purpureum is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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-301827: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.