Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
pearnii
ID:
749303

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 329 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748636



Common Names

  • Androcalva pearnii
  • Pearn's False Foxglove
  • Pearnii False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Commersonia pearnii Guymer [unknown]

Description

Androcalva pearnii (also called Pearn's 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 pearnii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Androcalva pearnii is a small, yellow-green pea-like flower with a white center. The seed is a small, brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two rounded cotyledons and long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Androcalva pearnii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Androcalva pearnii

Androcalva pearnii is native to India.

Androcalva pearnii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Androcalva pearnii?

Androcalva pearnii

What is the natural habitat of Androcalva pearnii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

What are the common uses of Androcalva pearnii?

Medicinal and ornamental purposes

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

Gordon P. Guymer (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guymer' 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.