Calyptrotheca somalensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somalensis
ID:
344303
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 24: 307 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000343635
Common Names
- Calyptrotheca somalensis
- Somali Calyptrotheca
- Somalensis Calyptrotheca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calyptrotheca somalensis (also called Somali calyptrotheca, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a woody stem. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 10 cm long. It is found in dry, rocky soils in prairies, open woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Calyptrotheca somalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calyptrotheca somalensis is small, white, and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nut. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calyptrotheca somalensis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m (3-6 ft). It is native to Somalia and is found in dry, rocky soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil.
Where to Find Calyptrotheca somalensis
Calyptrotheca somalensis can be found in Somalia.
Calyptrotheca somalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calyptrotheca somalensis?
Calyptrotheca somalensis
What is the family of Calyptrotheca somalensis?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Calyptrotheca somalensis?
Somalensis Daisy
Species in the Calyptrotheca genus
Species in the Didiereaceae family
Alluaudia ascendens, Alluaudia comosa, Alluaudia dumosa, Alluaudia humbertii, Alluaudia montagnacii, Alluaudia procera, Alluaudiopsis fiherenensis, Alluaudiopsis marnieriana, Calyptrotheca somalensis, Calyptrotheca taitensis, Ceraria carrissoana, Ceraria fruticulosa, Ceraria longipedunculata, Ceraria namaquensis, Ceraria pygmaea, Ceraria kuneneana, Ceraria kaokoensis, Decarya madagascariensis, Didierea madagascariensis, Didierea trollii, Portulacaria afra, Portulacaria armiana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-223740: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.