Centrolepis eremica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eremica
ID:
353743
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.A.Cooke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Australia 4: 1826 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353075
Common Names
- Eremica Centrolepis
- Eremica Rush
- Desert Mat-rush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Centrolepis eremica (also called Eremic 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 25 cm tall with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Centrolepis eremica is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centrolepis eremica has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Centrolepis eremica is a tropical plant that is best propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light until they have established roots. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Centrolepis eremica
Centrolepis eremica is native to Australia and is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m.
Centrolepis eremica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centrolepis eremica?
Centrolepis eremica
What is the common name of Centrolepis eremica?
Centrolepis
What is the natural habitat of Centrolepis eremica?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Centrolepis genus
Centrolepis alepyroides, Centrolepis aristata, Centrolepis banksii, Centrolepis caespitosa, Centrolepis cambodiana, Centrolepis cephaloformis, Centrolepis ciliata, Centrolepis curta, Centrolepis drummondiana, Centrolepis eremica, Centrolepis exserta, Centrolepis fascicularis, Centrolepis glabra, Centrolepis humillima, Centrolepis inconspicua, Centrolepis minima, Centrolepis monogyna, Centrolepis muscoides, Centrolepis mutica, Centrolepis pallida, Centrolepis pedderensis, Centrolepis philippinensis, Centrolepis pilosa, Centrolepis polygyna, Centrolepis strigosa, Centrolepis racemosa, Centrolepis milleri,
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-232592: Based on the initial data import
David Alan Cooke (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.Cooke' in the authors string.