Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart. ex Schult.f.) Christenh. & Byng
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 53 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424652
Common Names
- Aquarius subulatus
- Subulatus's Aquarius
- Subulatus Aquarius
Description
Aquarius subulatus (also called Aquarius subulatus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky habitats, often in crevices of limestone rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Aquarius subulatus is a popular ornamental plant and is used to decorate gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aquarius subulatus has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aquarius subulatus can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is generally pest and disease free.
Where to Find Aquarius subulatus
Aquarius subulatus can be found in South America.
Aquarius subulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aquarius subulatus?
Aquarius subulatus
What is the common name of Aquarius subulatus?
Subulatus
What type of plant is Aquarius subulatus?
A flowering plant
Species in the Aquarius genus
Aquarius cylindricus,
Aquarius cordifolius,
Aquarius paniculatus,
Aquarius longipetalus,
Aquarius bracteatus,
Aquarius macrophyllus,
Aquarius grandiflorus,
Aquarius reptilis,
Aquarius decumbens,
Aquarius pubescens,
Aquarius floribundus,
Aquarius subulatus,
Aquarius grisebachii,
Aquarius tunicatus,
Aquarius horizontalis,
Aquarius glaucus,
Aquarius palifolius,
Aquarius trialatus,
Aquarius major,
Aquarius densinervis,
Aquarius scaber,
Aquarius longiscapus,
Aquarius inpai,
Aquarius emersus,
Aquarius uruguayensis,
Aquarius lanceolatus,
Species in the Alismataceae family
Albidella nymphaeifolia,
Albidella acanthocarpa,
Albidella glandulosa,
Albidella oligococca,
Alisma bjorkqvistii,
Alisma canaliculatum,
Alisma gramineum,
Alisma juzepczukii,
Alisma lanceolatum,
Alisma nanum,
Alisma plantago-aquatica,
Alisma rhicnocarpum,
Alisma subcordatum,
Alisma triviale,
Alisma wahlenbergii,
Alisma praecox,
Alisma rariflorum,
Alisma bjoerkqvistii,
Astonia australiensis,
Baldellia alpestris,
Baldellia ranunculoides,
Baldellia repens,
Burnatia enneandra,
Butomopsis latifolia,
Caldesia grandis,
Caldesia parnassifolia,
Caldesia janaki-ammaliae,
Caldesia plantago-aquatica,
Damasonium alisma,
Damasonium bourgaei,
Damasonium californicum,
Damasonium constrictum,
Damasonium minus,
Damasonium polyspermum,
Echinodorus berteroi,
Helanthium tenellum,
Helanthium bolivianum,
Helanthium zombiense,
Hydrocleys martii,
Hydrocleys mattogrossensis,
Hydrocleys modesta,
Hydrocleys nymphoides,
Hydrocleys parviflora,
Limnocharis laforestii,
Limnocharis flava,
Limnophyton obtusifolium,
Limnophyton fluitans,
Limnophyton angolense,
Luronium natans,
Ranalisma rostrata,
References
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.