Platysepalum scaberulum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scaberulum
ID:
201775
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.49: 437 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000201104
Common Names
- Platysepalum scaberulum
- Rough Daisy
- Rough Flower
- Rough Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platysepalum scaberulum (also called Scabrous Platysepalum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows up to 6 m tall and has a dense, spreading crown. It is found in open forest and woodland in the eastern parts of Australia, from the coast to the tablelands.
Uses & Benefits
Platysepalum scaberulum is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces small, yellow flowers. The leaves are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platysepalum scaberulum is a small, yellow, globular head, and the seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oblong shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, cylindrical seedling.
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Platysepalum scaberulum is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within 2-3 weeks. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.
Where to Find Platysepalum scaberulum
Platysepalum scaberulum is native to Australia and can be found in the wild in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia.
Platysepalum scaberulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platysepalum scaberulum?
Platysepalum scaberulum
What is the common name of Platysepalum scaberulum?
Rough Platysepalum
What is the natural habitat of Platysepalum scaberulum?
Dry open forests and woodlands
Species in the Platysepalum genus
Platysepalum chevalieri, Platysepalum chrysophyllum, Platysepalum ferrugineum, Platysepalum hirsutum, Platysepalum hypoleucum, Platysepalum inopinatum, Platysepalum poggei, Platysepalum pulchrum, Platysepalum scaberulum, Platysepalum vanderystii, Platysepalum violaceum, Platysepalum bambidiense, Platysepalum cuspidatum,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Platysepalum scaberulum Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.