Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
heteromorpha
ID:
449208

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) C.Cusset

Source:
ksu

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 17: 298 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448540



Common Names

  • Macropodiella heteromorpha
  • Variable Macropodiella
  • Variable Podocarp


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Synonyms

  • Macropodiella mildbraedii Engl. [unknown]
  • Sphaerothylax heteromorpha Baill. [unknown]

Description

Macropodiella heteromorpha (also called Variable Macropodiella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Macropodiella heteromorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to reduce erosion and to improve water quality.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macropodiella heteromorpha has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropodiella heteromorpha can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Macropodiella heteromorpha

Macropodiella heteromorpha is a species of flowering plant in the family Macropodiellaceae, native to Australia. It is found in all mainland states and territories, and is most common in the south-east of the country. It grows in wetland areas, often in shallow water, and in disturbed sites such as roadsides and disturbed pastures.

Macropodiella heteromorpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macropodiella heteromorpha?

Macropodiella heteromorpha

What is the common name of Macropodiella heteromorpha?

Heteromorphic Macropodiella

What type of plant is Macropodiella heteromorpha?

Perennial herb

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Colette Cusset (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Cusset' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:688378-1: Based on the initial data import