Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
calyculata
ID:
450486

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 14: 232 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449818



Common Names

  • Macrostelia calyculata
  • Calyculate Macrostelia
  • Calyculate Macrostelia Orchid


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Description

Macrostelia calyculata (also called Calyculate Macrostelia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, coastal dunes and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Macrostelia calyculata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrostelia calyculata has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrostelia calyculata is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical America and is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Macrostelia calyculata

Macrostelia calyculata can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Macrostelia calyculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrostelia calyculata?

Macrostelia calyculata

What is the common name of Macrostelia calyculata?

Calyculate Macrostelia

Where is Macrostelia calyculata found?

Macrostelia calyculata is found in South America

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,