Calandrinia balonensis
Calandrinia balonensis Lindl.
Calandrinia balonensis is a succulent plant native to arid and semi-arid regions of Australia. It is known by several common names, including parakeelya, broad-leaf parakeelya, broad-leaved parakeelya, and Balonne parakeelya. The name parakeelya originates from an Aboriginal Australian term. The species was first discovered along the Balonne River in Queensland. The genus Calandrinia is named after Jean Louis Calandrini, a 19th-century Genevan professor and botanical author. The species was published in 1848 by Lindl. and belongs to the family Montiaceae. It is also marketed as a garden plant under the name Calandrinia ‘Mystique’.
Description
Calandrinia balonensis is a succulent species found in arid and semi-arid areas of Australia. It is commonly referred to as parakeelya, broad-leaf parakeelya, broad-leaved parakeelya, and Balonne parakeelya. The name 'parakeelya' is derived from an Aboriginal Australian term. The species was first collected along the Balonne River in Queensland, which inspired its scientific name. The genus Calandrinia honors Jean Louis Calandrini, a 19th-century Genevan professor and botanical author. The species was described in 1848 by Lindl. and is classified in the family Montiaceae. It is cultivated and sold under the trade name Calandrinia ‘Mystique’.
Synonyms
Parakeelya balonensis