Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pleiopetala
ID:
579698

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 10: 70 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579030



Common Names

  • Calandrinia Pleiopetala
  • Manypetal Calandrinia
  • Manypetal Purslane


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Synonyms

  • Claytonia pleiopetala F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Parakeelya pleiopetala (F.Muell.) Hershk. [unknown]

Description

Calandrinia pleiopetala (also called Many-petalled Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Portulacaceae family. It is native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in dry, sandy, and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Calandrinia pleiopetala is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calandrinia pleiopetala is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calandrinia pleiopetala is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows to a height of up to 60 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagate by seed or division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered. Keep moist and warm until germination occurs, which usually takes around two weeks.

Where to Find Calandrinia pleiopetala

Calandrinia pleiopetala can be found in Chile and Argentina.

Calandrinia pleiopetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calandrinia pleiopetala?

Calandrinia pleiopetala

What type of plant is Calandrinia pleiopetala?

It is an annual herb

Where does Calandrinia pleiopetala grow?

It is native to South America

Species in the Calandrinia genus

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

Species in the Montiaceae family

Calandrinia crispisepala, Calandrinia kalanniensis, Calandrinia translucens, Calandrinia acaulis, Calandrinia acuminata, Calandrinia aegialitis, Calandrinia affinis, Calandrinia alba, Calandrinia arenicola, Calandrinia argentea, Calandrinia balonensis, Calandrinia bandurriae, Calandrinia biflora, Calandrinia bracteosa, Calandrinia brevipedata, Calandrinia breweri, Calandrinia caesia, Calandrinia caespitosa, Calandrinia calycotricha, Calandrinia calyptrata, Calandrinia carolinii, Calandrinia ciliata, Calandrinia colchaguensis, Calandrinia compacta, Calandrinia composita, Calandrinia compressa, Calandrinia conferta, Calandrinia corrigioloides, Calandrinia corymbosa, Calandrinia crassifolia, Calandrinia creethae, Calandrinia cygnorum, Calandrinia cylindrica, Calandrinia depressa, Calandrinia dielsii, Calandrinia dipetala, Calandrinia disperma, Calandrinia eremaea, Calandrinia filifolia, Calandrinia galapagosa, Calandrinia glaucopurpurea, Calandrinia gracilis, Calandrinia graminifolia, Calandrinia granulifera, Calandrinia heterophylla, Calandrinia hirtella, Calandrinia involucrata, Calandrinia lancifolia, Calandrinia lehmannii, Calandrinia leucopogon,

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