Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
inundata
ID:
581368

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.L.Bueno, A.D.Nilson & R.G.Magalh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Iheringia, Bot. 53: 104 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580700

Common Names

  • Callisthene inundata
  • Inundata Callisthene
  • Flooded Callisthene

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Description

Callisthene inundata (also called 'Inundated Callisthene', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in humid forests and cloud forests. It has thin, green leaves and small, purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Callisthene inundata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak, and its wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callisthene inundata has small, white flowers that are star-shaped and arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callisthene inundata is a tropical plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Callisthene inundata

Callisthene inundata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Callisthene inundata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callisthene inundata?

Callisthene inundata

What is the common name of Callisthene inundata?

Inundata Callisthene

What is the family of Callisthene inundata?

Asteraceae

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2692834: Based on the initial data import
Ari D. Nilson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Nilson' in the authors string.
Olinda Leites Bueno: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.L.Bueno' in the authors string.
Rodrigo Gastal de Magalhães: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.G.Magalh.' in the authors string.