Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
warscewiczianus
ID:
782622

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 382 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000781955



Common Names

  • Warscewicz's Calycolpus
  • Warscewicz's Bush
  • Warscewicz's Calycolpus Bush


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Description

Calycolpus warscewiczianus (also called Warscewicz's Calycolpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Guiana Highlands of South America. It has leathery leaves and produces white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Calycolpus warscewiczianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The wood is used for firewood and fence posts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calycolpus warscewiczianus is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycolpus warscewiczianus is a small, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 25 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Layering can be done in late summer or early fall by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil.

Where to Find Calycolpus warscewiczianus

Calycopeplus warscewiczianus is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Calycolpus warscewiczianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycolpus warscewiczianus?

Calycolpus warscewiczianus

What is the common name of Calycolpus warscewiczianus?

Warscewicz's Calycolpus

What type of plant is Calycolpus warscewiczianus?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32044: Based on the initial data import
Otto Karl Berg (1815-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Berg' in the authors string.