Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
bungei
ID:
582681

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Pimenov

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Candollea 59: 100 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582013

Common Names

  • Calyptrosciadium bungei
  • Bungei
  • Bungei Bush

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Description

Calyptrosciadium bungei (also called Bunge's Calyptrosciadium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky hillsides and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Calyptrosciadium bungei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calyptrosciadium bungei is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calyptrosciadium bungei is a tropical epiphyte native to Central and South America. It is an easy-to-grow plant that requires bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix, such as a mixture of orchid bark and perlite. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Calyptrosciadium bungei

Calyptrosciadium bungei is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.

Calyptrosciadium bungei FAQ

What type of soil does Calyptrosciadium bungei prefer?

Calyptrosciadium bungei prefers a moist, well-draining soil with a neutral pH.

How much light does Calyptrosciadium bungei need?

Calyptrosciadium bungei needs bright, indirect light.

How often should Calyptrosciadium bungei be watered?

Calyptrosciadium bungei should be watered once every week.

Species in the Calyptrosciadium genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2694232: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Michael Georgievich Pimenov (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pimenov' in the authors string.