Asteropeia labatii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
labatii
ID:
293212
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.E.Schatz, Lowry & A.-E.Wolf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 21(2): 260, f. 2, 3A(map), 5(A–C). 1999.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292544
Common Names
- Labatii Asteropeia
- Labatii Starflower
- Labatii Starflower Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Asteropeia micraster angustifolia H.Perrier [unknown]
Description
Asteropeia labatii (also called Labat's 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 labatii 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 labatii 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asteropeia labatii 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 labatii
Asteropeia labatii can be found in the forests of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.
Asteropeia labatii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Asteropeia labatii?
Asteropeia labatii is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What is the average size of Asteropeia labatii?
Asteropeia labatii typically grows to be about 15-20 feet tall.
What is the leaf shape of Asteropeia labatii?
Asteropeia labatii has ovate to oblong shaped leaves.
Species in the Asteropeia genus
Species in the Asteropeiaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17446: Based on the initial data import
Porter Peter Lowry (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowry' in the authors string.
George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
Anne-Elizabeth Wolf (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.-E.Wolf' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for Asteropeia labatii G.E.Schatz, Lowry & A.-E.Wolf: Based on Nov 2022 update