Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
polyandra
ID:
579702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 172 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579034



Common Names

  • Polyandra Calandrinia
  • Calandrinia Polyandra
  • Polyandra


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Synonyms

  • Talinum polyandrum Hook. [unknown]
  • Calandrinia polyandra leptophylla Benth. [unknown]
  • Claytonia polyandra (Benth.) F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Calandrinia polyandra (also called Many-Stamened Calandrinia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has small pink flowers and grows in sandy soils. It is found in arid and semi-arid regions, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calandrinia polyandra 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 polyandra is a bright pink to purple, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calandrinia polyandra 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 polyandra

Calandrinia polyandra can be found in Chile and Argentina.

Calandrinia polyandra FAQ

What is the common name of Calandrinia polyandra?

Many-stalked Rock Purslane

What is the natural range of Calandrinia polyandra?

Southern Mexico to northern South America

What is the average height of Calandrinia polyandra?

6-10 inches

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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