Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
calymega
ID:
617606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 2: 23 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616938



Common Names

  • Comesperma Calymega
  • Calymegous Comesperma
  • Calymegous Milkwort


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Synonyms

  • Bredemeyera calymega Chodat [unknown]
  • Comesperma calymega latifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Comesperma calymega strictum (Endl.) Domin [unknown]
  • Comesperma herbaceum Steud. [unknown]
  • Comesperma parviflorum Steud. [unknown]
  • Comesperma spathulatum Turcz. [unknown]
  • Comesperma strictum Endl. [unknown]
  • Comesperma strictum latifolium Steetz [unknown]
  • Comesperma tenue Steud. [unknown]
  • Comesperma varians Steud. [unknown]

Description

Comesperma calymega (also called large-flowered milkwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Australia, and typically grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Comesperma calymega is used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Comesperma calymega is white, with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, shiny, smooth, and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comesperma calymega can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.

Where to Find Comesperma calymega

Comesperma calymega can be found in Australia.

Comesperma calymega FAQ

What is the common name of Comesperma calymega?

Large-leaved milkwort

What is the growth rate of Comesperma calymega?

Moderate to fast

What is the mature height of Comesperma calymega?

Up to 3 feet

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

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