Anisotome latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct. : 16 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000537533
Common Names
- Anisotome latifolia
- Broad-leaved Anisotome
- Broad-leaved Star-flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Calosciadium latifolium Endl. ex Walp. [unknown]
Description
Anisotome latifolia (also called Broad-leaved 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 latifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anisotome latifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anisotome latifolia 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 latifolia
Anisotome latifolia can be found in New Zealand, in alpine and subalpine areas.
Anisotome latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anisotome latifolia?
Anisotome latifolia
What is the common name of Anisotome latifolia?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Anisotome latifolia?
Anisotome latifolia 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2640528: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.