Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 20: 49. 1882.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292533
Common Names
- Densiflora Asteropeia
- Densiflora Starflower
- Densiflora Starflower Bush
Synonyms
- Asteropeia sphaerocarpa Baker [unknown]
- Asteropeia rhopaloides angustata H.Perrier [unknown]
Description
Asteropeia densiflora (also called Dense-Flowered Asteropeia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is a small shrub with a single trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in dry montane forests, often near streams, at elevations of 500-2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Asteropeia densiflora is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a windbreak and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture, flooring, and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asteropeia densiflora is a small yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, light brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small, round leaves. The seedlings are yellow-green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asteropeia densiflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings taken in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Asteropeia densiflora
Asteropeia densiflora can be found in the forests of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.
Asteropeia densiflora FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Asteropeia densiflora?
Asteropeia densiflora is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What is the average size of Asteropeia densiflora?
Asteropeia densiflora typically grows to be about 15-20 feet tall.
What is the leaf shape of Asteropeia densiflora?
Asteropeia densiflora has ovate to oblong shaped leaves.
Species in the Asteropeia genus
Species in the Asteropeiaceae family