Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
pterocalyx
ID:
749479

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zav.-Gallo, S.Denham & Pozner

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 113 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748812



Common Names

  • Boopis pterocalyx
  • Pterocalyx Boopis
  • Pterocalyx Boopis Plant


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Description

Boopis pterocalyx (also called Winged Boopis, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Boopis pterocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Boopis pterocalyx has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boopis pterocalyx is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light frost and is drought tolerant. To propagate from seed, sow the seed in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late spring or early summer and root in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Boopis pterocalyx

Boopis pterocalyx is native to the Yunnan province of China.

Boopis pterocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boopis pterocalyx?

Boopis pterocalyx

What is the common name of Boopis pterocalyx?

Winged Boopis

What is the natural habitat of Boopis pterocalyx?

Dry, rocky hillsides and bushveld

Species in the Calyceraceae family

Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,

References

Raúl Pozner (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pozner' in the authors string.
Lucio Zavala-Gallo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zav.-Gallo' in the authors string.
Silvia S. Denham: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Denham' in the authors string.