Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
claviculata
ID:
809874

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer & Hirtz) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 105: 98 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809208



Common Names

  • Muscarella claviculata
  • Claviculata Muscarella
  • Claviculate Muscarella


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Description

Muscarella claviculata (also called Muscarella clavigera, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, typically in rocky or sandy soils. It has a basal rosette of long, narrow leaves, and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Muscarella claviculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscarella claviculata is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscarella claviculata is a small, perennial herb that grows to around 30 cm in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and frost. Propagation is by seed. Seed should be sown in spring in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Germination should occur within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Muscarella claviculata

Muscarella claviculata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Muscarella claviculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscarella claviculata?

Muscarella claviculata

What is the natural habitat of Muscarella claviculata?

It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas.

What are the common names of Muscarella claviculata?

Common names for Muscarella claviculata include Claviculata Fern, Claviculata Fern Plant, and Claviculata Fern Plant.

Species in the Muscarella genus

Muscarella ancora, Muscarella aristata, Muscarella catoxys, Muscarella cestrochila, Muscarella claviculata, Muscarella clavigera, Muscarella coeloglossa, Muscarella corynetes, Muscarella cynocephala, Muscarella delicatula, Muscarella echinodes, Muscarella exesilabia, Muscarella fimbriata, Muscarella fuchsii, Muscarella furcatipetala, Muscarella gongylodes, Muscarella helenae, Muscarella herpestes, Muscarella ichthyonekys, Muscarella infinita, Muscarella intonsa, Muscarella kennedyi, Muscarella latilabris, Muscarella lipothrix, Muscarella llamachoi, Muscarella longilabris, Muscarella macroblepharis, Muscarella marginata, Muscarella megalops, Muscarella oblonga, Muscarella perangusta, Muscarella quinqueseta, Muscarella rojohniii, Muscarella samacensis, Muscarella schudelii, Muscarella semperflorens, Muscarella sibatensis, Muscarella strumosa, Muscarella stumpflei, Muscarella tamboensis, Muscarella tempestalis, Muscarella trullifera, Muscarella tsubotae, Muscarella villosilabia, Muscarella werneri, Muscarella xanthella, Muscarella xyloura, Muscarella zephyrina, Muscarella cabellensis, Muscarella mucronata,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Alexander C. Hirtz (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hirtz' in the authors string.