Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
mexicanus
ID:
783232

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 318 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782565



Common Names

  • Mexicanus Calycorectes
  • Mexicanus Vine
  • Mexicanus Trumpetflower


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Description

Calycorectes mexicanus (also called Calycorectes, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It is found in the lowland rainforest and grows to a height of up to 2 meters. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate and the flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Calycorectes mexicanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycorectes mexicanus has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycorectes mexicanus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Calycorectes mexicanus

Calycorectes mexicanus is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Calycorectes mexicanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycorectes mexicanus?

Calycorectes mexicanus

What is the common name of Calycorectes mexicanus?

Mexican Calycorectes

What is the natural habitat of Calycorectes mexicanus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

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-32105: Based on the initial data import
Otto Karl Berg (1815-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Berg' in the authors string.