Ceratosanthes angustiloba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustiloba
ID:
597086
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 27: 37 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596418
Common Names
- Ceratosanthes angustiloba
- Narrow-Lobed Hook Grass
- Angustiloba Hook Grass
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Ceratosanthes angustiloba (also called Narrow-leaved Ceratosanthes, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia. It grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratosanthes angustiloba is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in traditional Aboriginal medicine for treating digestive disorders and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceratosanthes angustiloba has small, white flowers with four petals and a prominent central stamen. The seed is a small, black, round nut, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Ceratosanthes angustiloba is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 10 cm tall. The herb should be mowed regularly to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Ceratosanthes angustiloba
Ceratosanthes angustiloba is native to eastern Australia.
Ceratosanthes angustiloba FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Ceratosanthes angustiloba?
Ceratosanthes angustiloba prefers a slightly acidic soil pH of 6.0 to 6.5.
What is the best way to propagate Ceratosanthes angustiloba?
Ceratosanthes angustiloba can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.
How much light does Ceratosanthes angustiloba need?
Ceratosanthes angustiloba prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Ceratosanthes genus
Species in the Cucurbitaceae family
Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2711157: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.