Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
melanopetala
ID:
749429

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 322 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748762



Common Names

  • Androcalva melanopetala
  • Black-petaled Androcalva
  • Black-petaled False Calceolaria


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Description

Androcalva melanopetala (also called Black-petaled androcalva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, native to Australia. It grows in dry, rocky soils, such as those found in desert areas.

Uses & Benefits

Androcalva melanopetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Androcalva melanopetala are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androcalva melanopetala is a hardy shrub that can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained medium. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from frost.

Where to Find Androcalva melanopetala

Androcalva melanopetala is native to Southeast Asia.

Androcalva melanopetala FAQ

What are the common names of Androcalva melanopetala?

Black-Petaled Androcalva

What is the native range of Androcalva melanopetala?

China

What type of habitat does Androcalva melanopetala prefer?

Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' 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.