Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
velutinus
ID:
456858

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 2(1): 166 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456190



Common Names

  • Lagenocarpus velutinus
  • Velutinus Lagenocarpus
  • Velutinus Lagenocarp


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Description

Lagenocarpus velutinus (also called Velvet Lagenocarpus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lagenocarpus velutinus is used as a source of food and medicine. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lagenocarpus velutinus has small, yellow flowers that are borne in terminal panicles. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagenocarpus velutinus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Lagenocarpus velutinus

Lagenocarpus velutinus can be found in the tropical regions of South America.

Lagenocarpus velutinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagenocarpus velutinus?

Lagenocarpus velutinus

What is the common name of Lagenocarpus velutinus?

Velvet Lagenocarpus

Where is Lagenocarpus velutinus found?

Lagenocarpus velutinus is found in Australia.

Species in the Cyperaceae family

Abildgaardia mexicana, Abildgaardia ovata, Abildgaardia schoenoides, Abildgaardia triflora, Abildgaardia oxystachya, Abildgaardia odontocarpa, Abildgaardia macrantha, Abildgaardia fusiformis, Abildgaardia pachyptera, Actinoschoenus repens, Actinoschoenus yunnanensis, Actinoschoenus aphyllus, Actinoscirpus grossus, Afrotrilepis jaegeri, Afrotrilepis pilosa, Amphiscirpus nevadensis, Arthrostylis aphylla, Arthrostylis planiculmis, Becquerelia clarkei, Becquerelia cymosa, Becquerelia discolor, Becquerelia merkeliana, Becquerelia muricata, Becquerelia tuberculata, Bisboeckelera irrigua, Bisboeckelera longifolia, Bisboeckelera microcephala, Bisboeckelera vinacea, Blysmus compressus, Blysmus mongolicola, Blysmus rufus, Blysmus sinocompressus, Bolboschoenoplectus mariqueter, Bolboschoenus caldwellii, Bolboschoenus capensis, Bolboschoenus fluviatilis, Bolboschoenus glaucus, Bolboschoenus grandispicus, Bolboschoenus laticarpus, Bolboschoenus maritimus, Bolboschoenus medianus, Bolboschoenus nobilis, Bolboschoenus novae-angliae, Bolboschoenus planiculmis, Bolboschoenus robustus, Bolboschoenus schmidii, Bolboschoenus stagnicola, Bolboschoenus yagara, Bolboschoenus koshevnikovii, Bolboschoenus biconcavus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:310076-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].