Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
1322290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Orchard

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 8(4): 658 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334744





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Description

Blainvillea calcicola (also called Calcicola Blainvillea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and the Philippines. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blainvillea calcicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant in homes. It has a unique look and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blainvillea calcicola has white flowers, small, brown, oblong seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blainvillea calcicola can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil in spring or early summer and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist soil.

Where to Find Blainvillea calcicola

Blainvillea calcicola is native to Mexico.

Blainvillea calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blainvillea calcicola?

Blainvillea calcicola

What is the common name of Blainvillea calcicola?

Calcium-loving Blainvillea

What is the family of Blainvillea calcicola?

Asteraceae

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.