Calystegia brummittii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brummittii
ID:
1306544
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.P.A.Ferreira & Sim.-Bianch.
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 135: 27 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318998
Common Names
- Calystegia brummittii
- Brummittii Calystegia
- Calystegia
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Calystegia brummittii (also called Brummitt's Calystegia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a rosette of leaves and white flowers. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Calystegia brummittii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and to prevent erosion. The plant is also used as a source of food for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calystegia brummittii has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calystegia brummittii can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to plant the divisions in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Calystegia brummittii
Calystegia brummittii can be found in the Southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Calystegia brummittii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calystegia brummittii?
Calystegia brummittii
What is the common name of Calystegia brummittii?
Brummitt's Calystegia
What is the natural habitat of Calystegia brummittii?
Calystegia brummittii is found in the tropical forests of Brazil
Species in the Calystegia genus
Calystegia scanica, Calystegia affinis, Calystegia howittiorum, Calystegia lucana, Calystegia pulchra, Calystegia melnikovae, Calystegia catesbeiana, Calystegia marginata, Calystegia krauseana, Calystegia sepium, Calystegia collina, Calystegia longipes, Calystegia macounii, Calystegia macrostegia, Calystegia malacophylla, Calystegia occidentalis, Calystegia peirsonii, Calystegia pubescens, Calystegia purpurata, Calystegia silvatica, Calystegia spithamaea, Calystegia stebbinsii, Calystegia subacaulis, Calystegia tuguriorum, Calystegia atriplicifolia, Calystegia hederacea, Calystegia lucana, Calystegia pellita, Calystegia soldanella, Calystegia brummittii, Calystegia binghamiae, Calystegia felix, Calystegia vanzuukiae,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,
References
Rosangela Simão-Bianchini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sim.-Bianch.' in the authors string.
Priscila Porto Alegre Ferreira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.P.A.Ferreira' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77133610-1: Based on the initial data import