Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
physocalyx
ID:
520862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fenzl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Wiener Mus. Naturgesch. 2: 276 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520194



Common Names

  • Adenogramma Physocalyx
  • Calyx Adenogramma
  • Calyx Adenogramma Vine


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Synonyms

  • Adenogramma dregeana Gand. [unknown]

Description

Adenogramma physocalyx (also called Physocalyx Climbing Fig, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen vine native to tropical Africa. It grows in rainforests and other moist, shady habitats. The leaves are large and heart-shaped, and the flowers are small and yellow-green in color. The fruits are small, red berries.

Uses & Benefits

Adenogramma physocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has a high tolerance for drought and is often used in xeriscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenogramma physocalyx has a small white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenogramma physocalyx is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Adenogramma physocalyx

Adenogramma physocalyx is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Adenogramma physocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenogramma physocalyx?

Adenogramma physocalyx

What type of plant is Adenogramma physocalyx?

A perennial shrub

What is the natural habitat of Adenogramma physocalyx?

It is found in rocky areas and dry coastal scrub

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

References