Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.Rémy ex Gay) Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 9: 367 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000001026
Common Names
- Aphyllocladus
- Denticulatus
- Toothed Aphyllocladus
Synonyms
- Jobaphes virgatus Phil. [unknown]
- Jobaphes virgatus virgatus [unknown]
- Aphyllocladus denticulatus denticulatus [unknown]
- Cyclolepis denticulata J.Rémy [unknown]
Description
Aphyllocladus denticulatus (also called Tooth-leaved Aphyllocladus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The leaves are linear and have a few teeth. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aphyllocladus denticulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aphyllocladus denticulatus var. calvus (Phil.) Cabrera
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aphyllocladus denticulatus has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aphyllocladus denticulatus is a small, evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Aphyllocladus denticulatus
Aphyllocladus denticulatus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is most commonly found in California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.
Aphyllocladus denticulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aphyllocladus denticulatus?
Aphyllocladus denticulatus
What is the common name of Aphyllocladus denticulatus?
Tasmanian Tree Fern
What is the natural habitat of Aphyllocladus denticulatus?
Cool temperate rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest, and wet schlerophyll forest
Species in the Aphyllocladus genus
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Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,