Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
749261

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) C.F.Wilkins & Whitlock

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 301 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748594



Common Names

  • Androcalva cuneata
  • Cuneate False Foxglove
  • Cuneata False Foxglove


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Description

Androcalva cuneata (also called Wedge-Leaved False Asphodel, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. It is found in dry, open woodlands, from British Columbia to California.

Uses & Benefits

Androcalva cuneata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Androcalva cuneata has small, yellow flowers with four petals and six stamens. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androcalva cuneata is a small, evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a dry, well-drained soil and should be grown in full sun. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Androcalva cuneata

Androcalva cuneata can be found in the western United States, primarily in California.

Androcalva cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androcalva cuneata?

Androcalva cuneata

What is the common name of Androcalva cuneata?

Wedge-shaped Androcalva

What is the natural habitat of Androcalva cuneata?

It is native to India and grows in dry, rocky habitats

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.
Barbara Ann Whitlock (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitlock' in the authors string.