Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
cochlearinum
ID:
1255474

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) O.E.Schulz

Source:
tro

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 66: 93 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254812

Common Names

  • Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum
  • Cochlearinum Phlegmatospermum
  • Cochlearinum Fern

Searching for Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum (also called Cochlear-leaved Phlegmatospermum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and dry prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

Searching for Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum is native to Australia and can be found growing in dry, tropical forests.

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum?

Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum

What is the common name of Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum?

Cochlear-leaved Phlegmatospermum

What is the natural habitat of Phlegmatospermum cochlearinum?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50176333: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.