Calandrinia sanguinea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanguinea
ID:
579741
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 85: 190 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579073
Common Names
- Bloody Calandrinia
- Bloody Rock-purslane
- Bloody Star-flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calandrinia sanguinea (also called Blood-red Purslane, among many other common names) is a small, succulent, perennial herb found in Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia. It has bright pink flowers and small, fleshy leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Calandrinia sanguinea 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
Flower: Calandrinia sanguinea has bright yellow flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Calandrinia sanguinea is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Calandrinia sanguinea are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calandrinia sanguinea can be propagated by seed or division. To cultivate, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny position. Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not soggy. Once the seedlings are established, fertilize every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Calandrinia sanguinea
Calandrinia sanguinea can be found in Chile and Argentina.
Calandrinia sanguinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calandrinia sanguinea?
Calandrinia sanguinea
What type of plant is Calandrinia sanguinea?
Annual herb
Where is Calandrinia sanguinea 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2690754: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.