Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
moldenkeana
ID:
770836

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rajendran & P.Daniel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Candollea 48: 111 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000770169



Common Names

  • Callicarpa Moldenkeana
  • Moldenkeana Callicarpa
  • Moldenkeana Sea-Lavender


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Description

Callicarpa moldenkeana (also called Moldenke's Sea-Grass, among many other common names) is a species of marine seagrass native to the coasts of the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. It is a perennial plant with long, narrow leaves that grow in dense, underwater meadows. It is found in shallow waters, up to a depth of about 10 meters, and prefers sheltered, sandy or muddy substrates.

Uses & Benefits

Callicarpa moldenkeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or border plant. It can also be used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callicarpa moldenkeana has small, pinkish-purple flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callicarpa moldenkeana is a shrub that is native to New Zealand. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate some drought. It is a good choice for hedges, screens, and windbreaks.

Where to Find Callicarpa moldenkeana

Callicarpa moldenkeana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Callicarpa moldenkeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callicarpa moldenkeana?

Callicarpa moldenkeana

What is the common name of Callicarpa moldenkeana?

Moldenke's Beautyberry

Where is Callicarpa moldenkeana found?

South America

Species in the Callicarpa genus

Callicarpa aculeolata, Callicarpa acuminata, Callicarpa acutidens, Callicarpa acutifolia, Callicarpa albidotomentella, Callicarpa alongensis, Callicarpa americana, Callicarpa ampla, Callicarpa angusta, Callicarpa angustifolia, Callicarpa anisophylla, Callicarpa anomala, Callicarpa apoensis, Callicarpa arborea, Callicarpa areolata, Callicarpa badipilosa, Callicarpa barbata, Callicarpa basilanensis, Callicarpa basitruncata, Callicarpa baviensis, Callicarpa bicolor, Callicarpa bodinieri, Callicarpa bodinieroides, Callicarpa borneensis, Callicarpa bracteata, Callicarpa brevipes, Callicarpa brevipetiolata, Callicarpa brevistyla, Callicarpa bucheri, Callicarpa candicans, Callicarpa cathayana, Callicarpa caudata, Callicarpa cinnamomea, Callicarpa collina, Callicarpa crassinervis, Callicarpa cubensis, Callicarpa cuneifolia, Callicarpa denticulata, Callicarpa dentosa, Callicarpa dichotoma, Callicarpa dolichophylla, Callicarpa erioclona, Callicarpa erythrosticta, Callicarpa fasciculiflora, Callicarpa ferruginea, Callicarpa flavida, Callicarpa floccosa, Callicarpa formosana, Callicarpa fulva, Callicarpa fulvohirsuta,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-30890: Based on the initial data import
Pitchai Daniel (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Daniel' in the authors string.
Arumugam Rajendran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rajendran' in the authors string.