Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
forsythii
ID:
520275

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maiden & Betche

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 27: 60 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519607

Common Names

  • Actinotus forsythii
  • Forsyth's Flannel Flower
  • Forsyth's Cotton-bush

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Description

Actinotus forsythii (also called Forsyth's Flannel-flower, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a tufted habit and a creeping rhizome. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Actinotus forsythii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Actinotus forsythii has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actinotus forsythii can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Actinotus forsythii

Actinotus forsythii is native to Australia, and can be found in subtropical and tropical forests.

Actinotus forsythii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinotus forsythii?

Actinotus forsythii

What is the natural habitat of Actinotus forsythii?

Actinotus forsythii is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Asia.

What are the medicinal uses of Actinotus forsythii?

Actinotus forsythii has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2621045: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
Ernst Betche (1851-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Betche' in the authors string.