Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
fastigiata
ID:
445265

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 251 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444597



Common Names

  • Hypolaena
  • Climbing Daisy
  • Climbing Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Calorophus fastigiatus (R.Br.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Hypolaena fastigiata grandiuscula F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Hypolaena fastigiata (also called Slender Hypolaena, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has small, linear leaves and small, white, star-shaped flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolaena fastigiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hypolaena fastigiata is a small, white to pale pink, five-petalled flower with a yellow centre, and the seed is a small, black, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolaena fastigiata is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in the spring or summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Hypolaena fastigiata

Hypolaena fastigiata can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Greece, and Turkey.

Hypolaena fastigiata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolaena fastigiata?

Hypolaena fastigiata

What is the common name of Hypolaena fastigiata?

Tassel Grass

What is the family of Hypolaena fastigiata?

Poaceae

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-249567: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.