Calytrix ecalycata

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Calythropsis aurea

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Myrtales, it is a member of the family Myrtaceae. Specifically, it is categorized under the genus Calytrix as Calytrix ecalycata.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is native to a specific region within the continent of Australia. Its primary geographical distribution is concentrated in the state of Western Australia. Within this territory, it occupies distinct ecological niches suitable for its growth. Due to this limited range, the species is considered endemic to this particular part of the world. Understanding this localized presence is essential for the conservation of the species.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Calytrix ecalycata is characterized by its specific growth habits and structural classifications within its ecological niche. In terms of its life form, the plant exhibits characteristics of a phanerophyte, possessing buds located well above the soil surface, which allows it to maintain its structural integrity and reproductive potential during varying environmental conditions. Additionally, it can be categorized under the nanophanerophyte classification, indicating a growth habit where the woody parts and terminal buds are situated at a relatively low height above the ground, typically ranging from 30 centimeters to a few meters. This combination of life forms enables the species to navigate its habitat by balancing vertical growth with a resilient, low-profile stature.

Life form :

nanophanerophyte

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Calytrix ecalycata is characterized by its growth form as a woody shrub, exhibiting a self-supporting structure rather than being a climber. It is an independent plant that does not function as a parasite or an epiphyte, maintaining a terrestrial existence. In terms of stature, the plant reaches a height ranging from a minimum of 0.4 m to a maximum of 1.5 m. Although its habitat can encompass various moisture levels, it is primarily classified within the terrestrial, semiaquatic, or aquatic environments.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

shrub

Parasite :

independent

Plant height max:

1.5 m

Plant height min:

0.4 m

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Calytrix ecalycata has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Calythropsin, Dihydrocalythropsin.

Calythropsin

1. Journal of natural products

Dihydrocalythropsin

1. Journal of natural products

Preparations

Calytrix ecalycata has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include crude extract.

Crude extract

1. Journal of natural products