Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deltoidea
ID:
538186

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cheeseman) Cheeseman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Man. New Zealand Fl. , ed. 2: 577 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537518



Common Names

  • Anisotome deltoidea
  • Deltoid Anisotome
  • Deltoid Star-flower


Searching for Anisotome deltoidea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Ligusticum deltoideum Cheeseman [unknown]
  • Gingidium deltoideum (Cheeseman) J.W.Dawson [unknown]

Description

Anisotome deltoidea (also called Deltoid 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 deltoidea is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

Searching for Anisotome deltoidea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Anisotome deltoidea is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Anisotome deltoidea

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

Anisotome deltoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anisotome deltoidea?

Anisotome deltoidea

What is the common name of Anisotome deltoidea?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Anisotome deltoidea?

Anisotome deltoidea is found in alpine and subalpine grasslands and shrublands.

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