Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
1263691

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 229 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263029



Common Names

  • Ptilotus divaricatus
  • Divaricatus Ptilotus
  • Divaricate Ptilotus


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Description

Ptilotus divaricatus (also called Divaricate Ptilotus, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a slender stem and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ptilotus divaricatus is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a flavoring in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ptilotus divaricatus is a small, yellow to orange flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, elliptical-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptilotus divaricatus is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Ptilotus divaricatus

Ptilotus divaricatus can be found in Australia.

Ptilotus divaricatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptilotus divaricatus?

Ptilotus divaricatus

What is the common name of Ptilotus divaricatus?

Spreading Mulla Mulla

What is the natural habitat of Ptilotus divaricatus?

It is found in open woodlands and shrublands in Western Australia.

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,

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