Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
legrandii
ID:
782491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattos

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 5: 1 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000781824

Common Names

  • Legrandii Trumpet Flower
  • Cross Vine
  • Cat's Claw

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Description

Calycolpus legrandii (also called Legrand's Calycolpus, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Brazil. It has leathery, oblong leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Calycolpus legrandii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycolpus legrandii has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow throat. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycolpus legrandii is an evergreen vine that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is a fast-growing vine and can reach heights of up to 10 feet.

Where to Find Calycolpus legrandii

Calycolpus legrandii can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, and Argentina.

Calycolpus legrandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycolpus legrandii?

Calycolpus legrandii

What is the common name of Calycolpus legrandii?

Legrand's Trumpetvine

What is the natural habitat of Calycolpus legrandii?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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