Status:
valid
Authors:
P.P.J.Herman & Koek.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 183(4): 254 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340957
Common Names
- Callilepis corymbosa
- Corymbose Callilepis
- Corymbose Tree
Description
Callilepis corymbosa (also called Corymbose callilepis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Callilepis corymbosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in shaded areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Callilepis corymbosa is yellow and tubular with a white center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Callilepis corymbosa is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Callilepis corymbosa
Callilepis corymbosa is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Callilepis corymbosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Callilepis corymbosa?
Callilepis corymbosa
What is the common name of Callilepis corymbosa?
Corymbose Callilepis
What is the natural habitat of Callilepis corymbosa?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Callilepis genus
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
Marinda Koekemoer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koek.' in the authors string.
P.P.J. Herman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.P.J.Herman' in the authors string.