Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
banksii
ID:
353730

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Roem. & Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 1: 44 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353062



Common Names

  • Banks' Centrolepis
  • Banksii Centrolepis
  • Banks' Mat-rush


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Synonyms

  • Centrolepis asiatica Merr. ex Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Centrolepis hainanensis Merr. & F.P.Metcalf [unknown]
  • Centrolepis miboroides Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Centrolepis pusilla (R.Br.) Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
  • Desvauxia banksii R.Br. [unknown]
  • Desvauxia pusilla R.Br. [unknown]
  • Devauxia banksii R.Br. [deprecated]
  • Devauxia pusilla R.Br. [deprecated]

Description

Centrolepis banksii (also called Banks' Centrolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia, found in open woodland and grassland habitats. It is a small plant, growing up to 15 cm tall with small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Centrolepis banksii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Centrolepis banksii has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Centrolepis banksii is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Centrolepis banksii

Centrolepis banksii is native to Australia and is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m.

Centrolepis banksii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Centrolepis banksii?

Centrolepis banksii

What is the natural habitat of Centrolepis banksii?

Centrolepis banksii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Thailand, and Laos.

What is the flowering season of Centrolepis banksii?

Centrolepis banksii typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Restionaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-232580: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.