Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
538194

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


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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.

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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?

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What is the natural habitat of Anisotome flexuosa?

Anisotome flexuosa 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,

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