Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
capillaceum
ID:
449190

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pulle) P.Royen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Meded. Bot. Mus. Herb. Rijks Univ. Utrecht 107: 86 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448522

Common Names

  • Marathrum capillaceum
  • Hairy Marathrum
  • Hairy Marshwort

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Synonyms

  • Lophogyne capillacea Pulle [unknown]
  • Marathrum nervosum Engl. [unknown]

Description

Marathrum capillaceum (also called Hair-like Marathrum, 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

Marathrum capillaceum 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

Marathrum capillaceum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marathrum capillaceum can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from established plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Marathrum capillaceum

Marathrum capillaceum is a species of flowering plant in the family Marathraceae, 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.

Marathrum capillaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marathrum capillaceum?

Marathrum capillaceum

What is the common name of Marathrum capillaceum?

Hairy Marathrum

What type of plant is Marathrum capillaceum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2502355: Based on the initial data import
Pieter van Royen (1923-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Royen' in the authors string.
August Adriaan Pulle (1878-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pulle' in the authors string.