Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
major
ID:
581370

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. (Martius) 1(4): 124, t. 75. 1826 [1824 publ. Jan-Mar 1826]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000580702

Common Names

  • Callisthene major
  • Major Callisthene
  • Large Callisthene

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Synonyms

  • Callisthene clausseniana Briq. [unknown]
  • Callisthene durifolia Briq. [unknown]
  • Callisthene glazioui Briq. [unknown]
  • Callisthene hassleri Briq. [unknown]
  • Qualea disticha Spreng. [unknown]
  • Callisthene major major [unknown]

Description

Callisthene major (also called 'Large 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 major 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Callisthene major var. pilosa Warm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callisthene major 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 major 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 major

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

Callisthene major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callisthene major?

Callisthene major

What is the common name of Callisthene major?

Major Callisthene

What is the family of Callisthene major?

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,