Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
rubescens
ID:
581183

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattei

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Boll. Orto Bot. Univ. Messina 1: 29 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580515



Common Names

  • Calligonum rubescens
  • Rubescens Calligonum
  • Rubescens Buckwheat


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Description

Calligonum rubescens (also called 'Rubescens Calligonum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygonaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central Asia, the Caucasus, and northern Iran, and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Calligonum rubescens is used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calligonum rubescens has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calligonum rubescens is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Calligonum rubescens

Calligonum rubescens is native to Central Asia and parts of the Middle East. It can be found in dry, sandy areas and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Calligonum rubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calligonum rubescens?

Calligonum rubescens

What is the family of Calligonum rubescens?

Polygonaceae

What is the native range of Calligonum rubescens?

Central Asia

Species in the Calligonum genus

Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum, Calligonum aralense, Calligonum arborescens, Calligonum azel, Calligonum babakianum, Calligonum bakuense, Calligonum barsukiense, Calligonum batiola, Calligonum borsczowii, Calligonum bubyri, Calligonum bucocladum, Calligonum bungei, Calligonum bykovii, Calligonum calcareum, Calligonum calvescens, Calligonum cancellatum, Calligonum caput-medusae, Calligonum cartilagineum, Calligonum chinense, Calligonum colubrinum, Calligonum commune, Calligonum comosum, Calligonum compactum, Calligonum conuivena, Calligonum cordatum, Calligonum cordiforme, Calligonum cordipterum, Calligonum coriaceum, Calligonum crinitum, Calligonum crispatum, Calligonum cristatum, Calligonum densiforme, Calligonum densum, Calligonum denticulatum, Calligonum dissectum, Calligonum diversiforme, Calligonum drobovii, Calligonum dubianskyi, Calligonum durum, Calligonum ebinuricum, Calligonum elatum,

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

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