Ptilotus drummondii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
1263693
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 229 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001263031
Common Names
- Ptilotus drummondii
- Drummondii Ptilotus
- Drummond's Ptilotus
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Ptilotus drummondii (also called Drummond's 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 drummondii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ptilotus drummondii var. minor (Nees) BenlFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptilotus drummondii 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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Ptilotus drummondii is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 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 drummondii
Ptilotus drummondii can be found in Australia.
Ptilotus drummondii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilotus drummondii?
Ptilotus drummondii
What is the common name of Ptilotus drummondii?
Drummond's Mulla Mulla
What is the natural habitat of Ptilotus drummondii?
It is found in open woodlands and shrublands in Western Australia.
Species in the Ptilotus genus
Ptilotus pyramidatus, Ptilotus fasciculatus, Ptilotus extenuatus, Ptilotus caespitulosus, Ptilotus humilis, Ptilotus sericostachyus, Ptilotus polystachyus, Ptilotus auriculifolius, Ptilotus schwartzii, Ptilotus macrocephalus, Ptilotus obovatus, Ptilotus seminudus, Ptilotus spathulatus, Ptilotus fraseri, Ptilotus divaricatus, Ptilotus drummondii,
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-50205319: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.