Status:
valid
Authors:
J.W.Dawson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 33: 51 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537526
Common Names
- Anisotome flexuosa
- Flexuous Anisotome
- Flexuous Star-flower
Synonyms
- Anisotome aromatica dissecta Allan [unknown]
Description
Anisotome flexuosa (also called Flexuous Anisotome, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a soft stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to North America and is usually found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anisotome flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anisotome flexuosa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anisotome flexuosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in wet or dry soils. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown in coastal areas. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Anisotome flexuosa
Anisotome flexuosa can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Anisotome flexuosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisotome flexuosa?
Anisotome flexuosa
What is the common name of Anisotome flexuosa?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Anisotome flexuosa?
Anisotome flexuosa is found in alpine and subalpine grasslands and shrublands.
Species in the Anisotome genus
Anisotome acutifolia,
Anisotome antipoda,
Anisotome aromatica,
Anisotome brevistylis,
Anisotome capillifolia,
Anisotome cauticola,
Anisotome deltoidea,
Anisotome filifolia,
Anisotome flexuosa,
Anisotome haastii,
Anisotome imbricata,
Anisotome lanuginosa,
Anisotome latifolia,
Anisotome lyallii,
Anisotome patula,
Anisotome pilifera,
Anisotome procumbens,
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,