Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
1295931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.H.Anderson) A.J.Scott

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 89: 113 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295269



Common Names

  • Sclerolaena microcarpa
  • Small-fruited Sclerolaena
  • Small-fruited-leaf Sclerolaena


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Description

Sclerolaena microcarpa (also called Small-fruited Sclerolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerolaena microcarpa 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

Flower of Sclerolaena microcarpa is yellow and small, about 2mm in diameter. The seed is small, about 1mm in diameter, and is black in colour. The seedlings are small and oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerolaena microcarpa 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 microcarpa

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

Sclerolaena microcarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerolaena microcarpa?

Sclerolaena microcarpa

What is the common name of Sclerolaena microcarpa?

Small-fruited Sclerolaena

What is the natural habitat of Sclerolaena microcarpa?

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-7202070: Based on the initial data import
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.
Robert Henry Anderson (1899-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Anderson' in the authors string.