Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
foeniculaceum
ID:
449182

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonpl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 40 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448514

Common Names

  • Marathrum foeniculaceum
  • Fennel-leaved Marathrum
  • Fennel-leaved Marshwort

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Synonyms

  • Lacis foeniculacea Bong. [unknown]
  • Marathrum oxycarpum Tul. [unknown]
  • Marathrum modestum Nash [unknown]
  • Marathrum schiedeanum modestum Wedd. [unknown]
  • Marathrum minutiflora Engl. [unknown]
  • Marathrum schiedeanum stenocarpum Wedd. [unknown]
  • Marathrum allenii Woodson [unknown]
  • Marathrum indifferens P.Royen [unknown]
  • Marathrum leptophyllum P.Royen [unknown]
  • Marathrum pusillum P.Royen [unknown]
  • Marathrum minutiflorum diversifolium P.Royen [unknown]
  • Marathrum minutiflorum indifferens P.Royen [unknown]
  • Marathrum minutiflorum intermedium P.Royen [unknown]

Description

Marathrum foeniculaceum (also called Fennel Marathrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, dark green leaves and clusters of white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Marathrum foeniculaceum 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 foeniculaceum has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marathrum foeniculaceum 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 foeniculaceum

Marathrum foeniculaceum 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 foeniculaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marathrum foeniculaceum?

Marathrum foeniculaceum

What is the common name of Marathrum foeniculaceum?

Fennel Marathrum

What type of plant is Marathrum foeniculaceum?

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