Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
exsertus
ID:
786311

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.C.Foster) Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 7: 10 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785644



Common Names

  • Orthrosanthus exsertus
  • Orthrosanthus exsertus
  • Orthrosanthus exsertus


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Description

Orthrosanthus exsertus (also called Exserted Morning-Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a tufted habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are linear and the flowers are white. It is found in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Orthrosanthus exsertus is often used in gardens as an ornamental plant. It has attractive foliage and can be used as a border plant or as a hedge plant. The leaves of this plant are also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orthrosanthus exsertus is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthrosanthus exsertus is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Australia and is found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Orthrosanthus exsertus

Orthrosanthus exsertus is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be found in moist, shady areas in lowland rainforests.

Orthrosanthus exsertus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthrosanthus exsertus?

Orthrosanthus exsertus

What is the common name of Orthrosanthus exsertus?

Exserted orthrosanthus

What is the natural habitat of Orthrosanthus exsertus?

Orthrosanthus exsertus is native to South America.

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-324180: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.
Robert Crichton Foster (1904-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Foster' in the authors string.