Ptilotus fasciculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fasciculatus
ID:
395337
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Fitzg.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 50: 128 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394669
Common Names
- Ptilotus fasciculatus
- Fasciculatus Ptilotus
- Ptilotus Fasciculatus Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ptilotus fasciculatus (also called Cluster ptilotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to Australia. It is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Ptilotus fasciculatus is used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ptilotus fasciculatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptilotus fasciculatus is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by air layering. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F).
Where to Find Ptilotus fasciculatus
Ptilotus fasciculatus can be found in Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Ptilotus fasciculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilotus fasciculatus?
Ptilotus fasciculatus
What is the common name of Ptilotus fasciculatus?
Clustered ptilotus
What is the natural habitat of Ptilotus fasciculatus?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea
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 kew-2408300: Based on the initial data import
William Vincent Fitzgerald (1867-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Fitzg.' in the authors string.