Calectasia gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
343911
Status:
valid
Authors:
Keighery
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 13: 424 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343243
Common Names
- Gracilis Calectasia
- Gracilis Plant
- Gracilis Leaf
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calectasia gracilis (also called Graceful Calectasia, among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen perennial native to Australia. It has deep green leaves with white stripes and grows best in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Calectasia gracilis is an evergreen perennial plant that is often used as a houseplant. It has large, glossy green leaves and produces white, pink, or purple flowers. The plant is drought-tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calectasia gracilis is a white or pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calectasia gracilis is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by division. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Calectasia gracilis
Calectasia gracilis is native to the tropical rainforests of Australia.
Calectasia gracilis FAQ
What type of soil is best for Calectasia gracilis?
Calectasia gracilis prefers a soil that is well-draining and rich in organic matter.
How much light does Calectasia gracilis need?
Calectasia gracilis prefers bright indirect light.
How often should I water Calectasia gracilis?
Calectasia gracilis should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Calectasia genus
Calectasia browneana, Calectasia cyanea, Calectasia gracilis, Calectasia grandiflora, Calectasia hispida, Calectasia intermedia, Calectasia keigheryi, Calectasia narragara, Calectasia obtusa, Calectasia palustris, Calectasia pignattiana, Calectasia demarzii, Calectasia elegans, Calectasia jubilaea, Calectasia valida,
Species in the Dasypogonaceae family
Baxteria australis, Calectasia browneana, Calectasia cyanea, Calectasia gracilis, Calectasia grandiflora, Calectasia hispida, Calectasia intermedia, Calectasia keigheryi, Calectasia narragara, Calectasia obtusa, Calectasia palustris, Calectasia pignattiana, Calectasia demarzii, Calectasia elegans, Calectasia jubilaea, Calectasia valida, Dasypogon bromeliifolius, Dasypogon hookeri, Dasypogon obliquifolius, Kingia australis,
References
Gregory John Keighery (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Keighery' in the authors string.