Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aromatica
ID:
538177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 89 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537509



Common Names

  • Anisotome aromatica
  • Fragrant Anisotome
  • Aromatic Anisotome


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Synonyms

  • Aciphylla aromatica (Hook.f.) Cockayne [unknown]

Description

Anisotome aromatica (also called Aromatic Anisotome, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to New Zealand. It grows in moist, wet areas and is often found in marshes, swamps, and along riverbanks. It has narrow, bluish-green leaves and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Anisotome aromatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, cough, and colds. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as skin diseases, stomach ailments, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anisotome aromatica var. flabellifolia (G.Simpson) Allan
Anisotome aromatica var. lanuginosum (Kirk.) Cheeseman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anisotome aromatica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anisotome aromatica can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division of the rhizomes should be done in early spring or late summer. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one or two buds per section and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Anisotome aromatica

Anisotome aromatica can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Anisotome aromatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisotome aromatica?

Anisotome aromatica

What is the common name of Anisotome aromatica?

Aromatic Anisotome

What is the natural habitat of Anisotome aromatica?

Dry forests and bushland

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