Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
polystachyus
ID:
1221071

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
tro

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 230 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220409



Common Names

  • Ptilotus polystachyus
  • Polystachyus Ptilotus
  • Polystachyus False-heather


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Description

Ptilotus polystachyus (also called Many-spiked Ptilotus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It has a slender stem with a few branches and grows to a height of about 0.5 m. It has ovate leaves with serrated margins and small pink flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ptilotus polystachyus is used as an ornamental plant and for soil conservation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ptilotus polystachyus is a white-greenish color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like structure.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptilotus polystachyus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Ptilotus polystachyus

Ptilotus polystachyus is found in Australia.

Ptilotus polystachyus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptilotus polystachyus?

Ptilotus polystachyus

What is the common name of Ptilotus polystachyus?

Many-spiked Pussytails

What is the natural habitat of Ptilotus polystachyus?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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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