Calandrinia howellii S.Watson
Howell's calandrinia
Short-lived annual or perennial succulent native to the Pacific Northwest. Low and creeping habit, forming rosettes of linear-spatulate fleshy leaves with pink to magenta flowers.
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Overview
| Category | Classification |
|---|---|
| Family | Montiaceae |
| Genus | Calandrinia |
| Growth Habit | Low-growing annual/perennial succulent |
| Conservation Status | Data Deficient (restricted distribution) |
| pH Target | 5.5–7.0 |
| Type | Sandy-loamy with good drainage |
Origin & Habitat
Requirements
Soil & Substrate
Type
Sandy-loamy with good drainage
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Propagation Strategy
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Annual if grown in containers (short-cycle plant).
No fertilization needed in natural soils; in containers, diluted fertilizer once in spring.
Uses & Applications
Precautions / Toxicity
Non-toxic; Montiaceae family with no toxicity records.
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"'Calandrinia howellii' S.Watson is a species with very restricted distribution in the Pacific Northwest of the USA (Oregon and Washington). Poorly represented in herbaria and ex situ collections. No verified CC images found on Wikimedia Commons. Its conservation status requires formal evaluation. The name honors botanist Thomas Howell (1842–1912), specialist in Pacific Northwest flora."
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