Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
eurotioides
ID:
1295920

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) A.J.Scott

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 89: 112 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295258



Common Names

  • Sclerolaena eurotioides
  • Woolly-headed Sclerolaena
  • Woolly-headed-leaf Sclerolaena


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Description

Sclerolaena eurotioides (also called Eurotia Spinifex, among many other common names) is a perennial grass-like plant 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

Sclerolaena eurotioides is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of timber for construction and furniture, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sclerolaena eurotioides is a small, yellow-green flower head, with a single yellow floret. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerolaena eurotioides is a perennial shrub that grows in dry areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining medium. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Sclerolaena eurotioides

Sclerolaena eurotioides is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Sclerolaena eurotioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerolaena eurotioides?

Sclerolaena eurotioides

What is the common name of Sclerolaena eurotioides?

European Sclerolaena

What is the natural habitat of Sclerolaena eurotioides?

It is native to Australia and found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Species in the Sclerolaena genus

Sclerolaena ramsayae, Sclerolaena drummondii, Sclerolaena eurotioides, Sclerolaena walkeri, Sclerolaena fimbriolata, Sclerolaena symoniana, Sclerolaena calcarata, Sclerolaena fusiformis, Sclerolaena anisacanthoides, Sclerolaena recurvicuspis, Sclerolaena microcarpa, Sclerolaena tetragona, Sclerolaena hostilis, Sclerolaena tetracuspis, Sclerolaena brevifolia, Sclerolaena patenticuspis, Sclerolaena obliquicuspis, Sclerolaena limbata, Sclerolaena uniflora, Sclerolaena diacantha, Sclerolaena holtiana, Sclerolaena burbidgeae, Sclerolaena crenata, Sclerolaena constricta, Sclerolaena parallelicuspis, Sclerolaena eriacantha, Sclerolaena tatei, Sclerolaena medicaginoides, Sclerolaena blakei, Sclerolaena divaricata, Sclerolaena cuneata, Sclerolaena glabra, Sclerolaena articulata, Sclerolaena intricata, Sclerolaena tubata, Sclerolaena tricuspis, Sclerolaena muricata, Sclerolaena deserticola, Sclerolaena birchii, Sclerolaena costata, Sclerolaena convexula, Sclerolaena ramulosa, Sclerolaena johnsonii, Sclerolaena cornishiana, Sclerolaena muelleri, Sclerolaena longicuspis, Sclerolaena tridens, Sclerolaena alata, Sclerolaena parviflora, Sclerolaena napiformis,

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-7202040: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.