Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
confertum
ID:
617612

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 2: 23 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616944



Common Names

  • Comesperma Confertum
  • Confert Comesperma
  • Confert Milkwort


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Synonyms

  • Bredemeyera conferta (Labill.) Steenis [unknown]
  • Comesperma confertum bracteosum Domin [unknown]
  • Comesperma confertum hirtulum Steetz [unknown]
  • Comesperma hirtulum Steud. [unknown]
  • Comesperma longifolium Steud. [unknown]

Description

Comesperma confertum (also called dense milkwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Australia, and typically grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Comesperma confertum has been used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine. It has also been used to make baskets, mats, and other items. The leaves can be used as fodder for livestock and the flowers can be used as a source of nectar for honeybees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Comesperma confertum are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comesperma confertum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.

Where to Find Comesperma confertum

Comesperma confertum is native to Australia.

Comesperma confertum FAQ

What is the common name of Comesperma confertum?

Dense milkwort

What is the growth rate of Comesperma confertum?

Moderate to fast

What is the mature height of Comesperma confertum?

Up to 3 feet

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

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