Aotus passerinoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.1: 61 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188118
Common Names
- Aotus passerinoides
- Passerine Aotus
- Passerine Owl-berry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aotus passerinoides (also called Passerine Aotus, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in eastern Australia. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands. It is drought tolerant and grows in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Aotus passerinoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aotus passerinoides is a yellow-green colour, with a small, globular head of flowers. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aotus passerinoides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Once established, A. passerinoides can tolerate a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Aotus passerinoides
Aotus passerinoides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Aotus passerinoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aotus passerinoides?
Aotus passerinoides
What is the common name of Aotus passerinoides?
Passerine Aotus
What is the natural habitat of Aotus passerinoides?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forest and heath in south-eastern Australia
Species in the Aotus genus
Aotus subglauca, Aotus ericoides, Aotus tietkensii, Aotus cordifolia, Aotus mollis, Aotus phylicoides, Aotus passerinoides, Aotus subspinescens, Aotus genistoides, Aotus lanigera, Aotus intermedia, Aotus franklandii, Aotus lanea, Aotus prosacris, Aotus coccinea, Aotus gracillima, Aotus procumbens, Aotus carinata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Aotus passerinoides Meisn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.