Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
1334073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) I.E.Méndez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 46: 262 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346527

Common Names

  • Ovieda calcicola
  • Calcicola Ovieda
  • Calcicola's Ovieda

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Description

Ovieda calcicola (also called Calcareous Ovieda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is endemic to the Canary Islands, where it is found in rocky areas. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including rocky slopes, cliffs, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ovieda calcicola is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties, and is used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ovieda calcicola is a small, white to yellow flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ovieda calcicola is a terrestrial orchid species native to Mexico. It is best cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the mature clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ovieda calcicola

Ovieda calcicola can be found in the Canary Islands, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Ovieda calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ovieda calcicola?

Ovieda calcicola

Where is Ovieda calcicola found?

Ovieda calcicola is found in South Africa.

What is the flowering season of Ovieda calcicola?

Ovieda calcicola typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.