Desmocladus austrinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austrinus
ID:
386916
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Telopea 9: 236 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386248
Common Names
- Austrinus Desmocladus
- Southern Desmocladus
- Austrinus Desmocladus Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Desmocladus austrinus (also called Southern Desmocladus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and small, white fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Desmocladus austrinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Desmocladus austrinus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a small, globular seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmocladus austrinus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Desmocladus austrinus
Desmocladus austrinus is native to the western Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, and Morocco.
Desmocladus austrinus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmocladus austrinus?
Desmocladus austrinus
What family does Desmocladus austrinus belong to?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Desmocladus austrinus?
Southern Desmocladus
Species in the Desmocladus genus
Desmocladus asper, Desmocladus austrinus, Desmocladus biformis, Desmocladus castaneus, Desmocladus diacolpicus, Desmocladus elongatus, Desmocladus fasciculatus, Desmocladus flexuosus, Desmocladus glomeratus, Desmocladus lateriticus, Desmocladus myriocladus, Desmocladus parthenicus, Desmocladus quiricoanus, Desmocladus semiplanus, Desmocladus virgatus, Desmocladus confertospicatus, Desmocladus eludens, Desmocladus eyreanus, Desmocladus ferruginipes, Desmocladus lateriflorus, Desmocladus laxiflorus, Desmocladus microcarpus, Desmocladus nodatus,
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-239277: Based on the initial data import
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.