Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
albolanata
ID:
1295879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ising) Chinnock

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 2: 141 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295217

Common Names

  • Malacocera albolanata
  • White-bristled Malacocera
  • White-bristled-leaf Malacocera

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Description

Malacocera albolanata (also called White-Banded Malacocera, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Malacocera albolanata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malacocera albolanata has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Malacocera albolanata is best done through seed sowing. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the clumps.

Where to Find Malacocera albolanata

Malacocera albolanata is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, France, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia.

Malacocera albolanata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malacocera albolanata?

Malacocera albolanata

What is the common name of Malacocera albolanata?

White-striped Malacocera

What type of plant is Malacocera albolanata?

It is a herb

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7201932: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Horace Ising (1884-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ising' in the authors string.
Robert James Chinnock (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chinnock' in the authors string.