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
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.
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 Astraea genus
Astraea klotzschii,
Astraea manihot,
Astraea paulina,
Astraea lobata,
Astraea praetervisa,
Astraea cincta,
Astraea comosa,
Astraea jatropha,
Astraea digitata,
Astraea macroura,
Astraea subcomosa,
Astraea gracilis,
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,