Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
520281

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. & Tate) Domin

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Vestn. Král. Ceské Spolecn. Nauk. Tr. Mat.-Prír. 1921-1922(2): 98 (1921-1922 publ. 1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000519613



Common Names

  • Actinotus humilis
  • Prostrate Flannel Flower
  • Prostrate Cotton-bush


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Synonyms

  • Actinotus leucocephalus humilis F.Muell. & Tate [unknown]

Description

Actinotus humilis (also called Dwarf 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 humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Actinotus humilis 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 humilis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Actinotus humilis

Actinotus humilis is native to Australia and is found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Tasmania.

Actinotus humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actinotus humilis?

Actinotus humilis

What is the natural habitat of Actinotus humilis?

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

What are the medicinal uses of Actinotus humilis?

Actinotus humilis 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-2621050: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
Ralph Tate (1840-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tate' in the authors string.