Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austrocaledonicus
ID:
519568

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Morat

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 8: 361 (1986 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518900



Common Names

  • Acropogon austrocaledonicus
  • Austrocaledonicus Acropogon
  • New Caledonian Acropogon


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Synonyms

  • Sterculia austrocaledonica Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Acropogon austrocaledonicus (also called Australian Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Australia. It grows in moist, grassy areas and has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acropogon austrocaledonicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acropogon austrocaledonicus has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and fragile.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acropogon austrocaledonicus is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny position and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Acropogon austrocaledonicus

Acropogon austrocaledonicus can be found in rainforests in New Caledonia.

Acropogon austrocaledonicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acropogon austrocaledonicus?

Acropogon austrocaledonicus

Where is Acropogon austrocaledonicus found?

Acropogon austrocaledonicus is found in the tropical rainforest of New Caledonia.

What is the growth habit of Acropogon austrocaledonicus?

Acropogon austrocaledonicus is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2620354: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Philippe Morat (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morat' in the authors string.