Haemodorum spicatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Commelinales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicatum
ID:
435107
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 300 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434439
Common Names
- Spiked Bloodroot
- Native Spiked Bloodroot
- Spiked Redroot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Haemodorum edule Endl. [unknown]
Description
Haemodorum spicatum (also called Spiked Haemodorum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the coastal areas of New South Wales and Queensland in Australia, and is usually found in wet sclerophyll forests or along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Haemodorum spicatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Haemodorum spicatum is a small, bright red, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Haemodorum spicatum is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Haemodorum spicatum
Haemodorum spicatum can be found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to Angola.
Haemodorum spicatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haemodorum spicatum?
Haemodorum spicatum
What is the common name of Haemodorum spicatum?
Spiked Bloodroot
What is the habitat of Haemodorum spicatum?
It is found in the wetter parts of Australia
Species in the Haemodorum genus
Haemodorum austroqueenslandicum, Haemodorum brevicaule, Haemodorum brevisepalum, Haemodorum coccineum, Haemodorum corymbosum, Haemodorum discolor, Haemodorum distichophyllum, Haemodorum ensifolium, Haemodorum gracile, Haemodorum laxum, Haemodorum loratum, Haemodorum paniculatum, Haemodorum parviflorum, Haemodorum planifolium, Haemodorum simplex, Haemodorum simulans, Haemodorum sparsiflorum, Haemodorum spicatum, Haemodorum tenuifolium, Haemodorum venosum, Haemodorum basalticum, Haemodorum capitatum, Haemodorum condensatum, Haemodorum griseofuscum, Haemodorum interrex, Haemodorum macfarlanei, Haemodorum thedae,
Species in the Haemodoraceae family
Anigozanthos bicolor, Anigozanthos flavidus, Anigozanthos gabrielae, Anigozanthos humilis, Anigozanthos kalbarriensis, Anigozanthos manglesii, Anigozanthos onycis, Anigozanthos preissii, Anigozanthos pulcherrimus, Anigozanthos rufus, Anigozanthos viridis, Barberetta aurea, Blancoa canescens, Conostylis aculeata, Conostylis albescens, Conostylis androstemma, Conostylis angustifolia, Conostylis argentea, Conostylis aurea, Conostylis bealiana, Conostylis bracteata, Conostylis breviscapa, Conostylis candicans, Conostylis canteriata, Conostylis caricina, Conostylis crassinerva, Conostylis deplexa, Conostylis dielsii, Conostylis drummondii, Conostylis festucacea, Conostylis hiemalis, Conostylis juncea, Conostylis latens, Conostylis laxiflora, Conostylis lepidospermoides, Conostylis micrantha, Conostylis misera, Conostylis neocymosa, Conostylis pauciflora, Conostylis petrophiloides, Conostylis phathyrantha, Conostylis prolifera, Conostylis pusilla, Conostylis resinosa, Conostylis robusta, Conostylis rogeri, Conostylis scorsiflora, Conostylis seminuda, Conostylis serrulata, Conostylis setigera,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-247916: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.