Calligonum — 4 species
Botanical species in the genus Calligonum recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Calligonum aphyllum
Calligonum aphyllum
Family: Polygonaceae
Cultivation
Calligonum aphyllum grows in arid to semi-arid regions where winters can be very cold. It is unlikely to be killed by cold, but is very susceptible to wet weather, especially in the colder months of the year. Requires a dryish sunny position and a sandy loam.
Full cultivation guide →Calligonum calcareum
Calligonum calcareum
Family: Polygonaceae
Cultivation
Requires a dryish sunny position and a sandy loam. Plants are tolerant of extreme cold but they are impatient of shade or excessive moisture.
Full cultivation guide →Calligonum comosum
Calligonum comosum
Family: Polygonaceae
Cultivation
Calligonum comosum is native to arid regions, often growing in areas where the mean annual rainfall is less than 100mm. Requires a well-drained, sandy soil and a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Calligonum paletzkianum
Calligonum paletzkianum
Family: Polygonaceae
Cultivation
Requires a dryish sunny position and a sandy loam. Plants are tolerant of extreme cold but they are impatient of shade or excessive moisture.
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