Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
sphaerophylla
ID:
579763

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Black

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 51: 378 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579095



Common Names

  • Calandrinia Sphaerophylla
  • Pebble Plant
  • Purple Pebbles


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Synonyms

  • Parakeelya sphaerophylla (J.M.Black) Hershk. [unknown]

Description

Calandrinia sphaerophylla (also called Globe-leaved 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 sphaerophylla 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 sphaerophylla has bright yellow flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Calandrinia sphaerophylla is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Calandrinia sphaerophylla are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calandrinia sphaerophylla 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 sphaerophylla

Calandrinia sphaerophylla is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy areas.

Calandrinia sphaerophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calandrinia sphaerophylla?

Calandrinia sphaerophylla

What type of plant is Calandrinia sphaerophylla?

Annual herb

Where is Calandrinia sphaerophylla 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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