Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1415195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) O.L.M.Silva & Cordeiro

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 317: 299 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427660

Common Names

  • Astraea gracilis
  • Gracile's astraea
  • Gracile astraea

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Description

Astraea gracilis (also called Gracilis Astraea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Astraea gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astraea gracilis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astraea gracilis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Astraea gracilis

Astraea gracilis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Astraea gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astraea gracilis?

Astraea gracilis

What are the common names of Astraea gracilis?

Graceful star coral, Graceful star coral

What is the growth habit of Astraea gracilis?

It is a colonial coral that can reach a height of up to 10 centimeters

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Inês Cordeiro (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cordeiro' in the authors string.
Otávio Luis Marques da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.L.M.Silva' in the authors string.