Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassicaulis
ID:
198937

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex Baker) Kom.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada29: 357 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198266



Common Names

  • Calophaca
  • Crassicaulis
  • Thick-Stemmed Calophaca


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Synonyms

  • Caragana crassicaulis Benth. ex Baker [valid]

Description

Calophaca crassicaulis (also called 'Thick-stemmed Calophaca', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey, and is found growing in rocky, open habitats at elevations of up to 2,500 metres.

Uses & Benefits

Calophaca crassicaulis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calophaca crassicaulis has yellow flowers, small seeds and short seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calophaca crassicaulis is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Calophaca crassicaulis

Calophaca crassicaulis is native to the steppes and deserts of Central Asia and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Calophaca crassicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calophaca crassicaulis?

Calophaca crassicaulis

What is the native range of Calophaca crassicaulis?

Central Asia

What is the growth habit of Calophaca crassicaulis?

Shrub or small tree

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Vladimir Leontyevich Komarov (1869-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kom.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:483411-1: Based on the initial data import