Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tricolor
ID:
579783

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 28: 642 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579115



Common Names

  • Calandrinia Tricolor
  • Three-Colored Calandrinia
  • Three-Colored Purslane


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Synonyms

  • Claytonia tricolor (Phil.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Montiopsis tricolor (Phil.) D.I.Ford [unknown]

Description

Calandrinia tricolor (also called Three-Colored Rock Purslane, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calandrinia tricolor is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has bright yellow, pink, and white flowers and is drought tolerant, making it a great choice for xeriscaping. It is also used as an edible plant, with its leaves and flowers being used in salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calandrinia tricolor 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 tricolor is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed-raising mix. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in spring or summer and root in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Calandrinia tricolor

Calandrinia tricolor can be found in Australia.

Calandrinia tricolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calandrinia tricolor?

Calandrinia tricolor

What is the common name of Calandrinia tricolor?

Three-coloured Rock-purslane

What is the family of Calandrinia tricolor?

Portulacaceae

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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