Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 138(3-4): 297 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043837
Common Names
- Sclerorhachis leptoclada
- Slender-stemmed Sclerorhachis
- Slender-stemmed Rattlebox
Description
Sclerorhachis leptoclada (also called Slender-Stalked Sclerorhachis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has small, white flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sclerorhachis leptoclada is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sclerorhachis leptoclada is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sclerorhachis leptoclada is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate by division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as the seedlings are slow to establish and may not flower for several years. Division is the preferred method of propagation, as it is quick and easy and will result in flowering plants in the first year.
Where to Find Sclerorhachis leptoclada
Sclerorhachis leptoclada is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.
Sclerorhachis leptoclada FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sclerorhachis leptoclada?
Sclerorhachis leptoclada
What are the common names of Sclerorhachis leptoclada?
Thin-stemmed Sclerorhachis
What is the natural habitat of Sclerorhachis leptoclada?
Dry grasslands and scrublands in the Mediterranean
Species in the Sclerorhachis genus
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,