Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tumida
ID:
579786

Status:
valid

Authors:
Syeda

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 116: 156 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000579118



Common Names

  • Calandrinia Tumida
  • Tumid Calandrinia
  • Tumid Purslane


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Synonyms

  • Parakeelya tumida (Syeda) Hershk. [unknown]

Description

Calandrinia tumida (also called Tumid 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 tumida is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has bright yellow 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 tumida 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 tumida 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 tumida

Calandrinia tumida can be found in Australia.

Calandrinia tumida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calandrinia tumida?

Calandrinia tumida

What is the common name of Calandrinia tumida?

Tumid Rock-purslane

What is the family of Calandrinia tumida?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2690798: Based on the initial data import
Saleha Tahir Syeda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Syeda' in the authors string.