Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
caliginosa
ID:
750456

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) Yin Z.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 49: 60 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749789



Common Names

  • Microchirita caliginosa
  • Dusky Chirita
  • Dusky Primrose


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Description

Microchirita caliginosa (also called Caliginous Microchirita, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 m tall and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Microchirita caliginosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microchirita caliginosa has yellow flowers with white centers and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have white, green and yellow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchirita caliginosa is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Microchirita caliginosa

Microchirita caliginosa is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Microchirita caliginosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchirita caliginosa?

Microchirita caliginosa

What is the common name of Microchirita caliginosa?

Dusky chirita

What is the natural habitat of Microchirita caliginosa?

Grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2904657: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.