Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
australiensis
ID:
1260236

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 76(2): 146 (1994), nom. nov. (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259574



Common Names

  • Australian Iotasperma
  • Iotasperma Australiensis
  • Australiensis


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Description

Iotasperma australiensis (also called Australian Iotasperma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, typically reaching heights of 1-3 m. It is native to Australia, and is found in tropical dry forests, tropical moist forests, and tropical wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Iotasperma australiensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Iotasperma australiensis is a white, tubular flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is an oval-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Iotasperma australiensis can be propagated 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 should be placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Iotasperma australiensis

Iotasperma australiensis is native to Australia.

Iotasperma australiensis FAQ

What are the common names of Iotasperma australiensis?

Common names of Iotasperma australiensis include Australian Iotasperma and Australian Tree Tobacco.

What is the native range of Iotasperma australiensis?

Iotasperma australiensis is native to Australia.

What is the habitat of Iotasperma australiensis?

Iotasperma australiensis typically grows in dry, tropical forests.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, 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,

References