Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
callistachyus
ID:
498879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 436 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498211



Common Names

  • Callistachyus Platycaulos
  • Platycaulos callistachyus
  • Beautiful-spiked Platycaulos


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Description

Platycaulos callistachyus (also called Callistachys gentian, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with a stem up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, and is found in grasslands and scrub at altitudes of 1,000-2,000 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Platycaulos callistachyus has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platycaulos callistachyus is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platycaulos callistachyus is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn and keep the soil moist until germination.

Where to Find Platycaulos callistachyus

Platycaulos callistachyus is native to the western Himalayas and can be found in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.

Platycaulos callistachyus FAQ

What type of plant is Platycaulos callistachyus?

Platycaulos callistachyus is a species of flowering plant in the family Gentianaceae.

Where does Platycaulos callistachyus grow?

Platycaulos callistachyus is native to South Africa.

What is the size of Platycaulos callistachyus?

Platycaulos callistachyus grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft).

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-259056: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.