Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
major
ID:
498896

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) H.P.Linder

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 436 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498228



Common Names

  • Platycaulos major
  • Greater Platycaulos
  • Greater Flat-Stem


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Synonyms

  • Restio compressus major Mast. [unknown]
  • Restio major Pillans [unknown]

Description

Platycaulos major (also called Platycaulos major var. major, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It grows in humid forests, often on trees or rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Platycaulos major has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platycaulos major is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platycaulos major is a perennial herb that is native to the Himalayan region of India and Nepal. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division of the root clumps can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Platycaulos major

Platycaulos major is native to the western Himalayas and can be found in India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan.

Platycaulos major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platycaulos major?

Platycaulos major

What is the common name of Platycaulos major?

Major Platycaulos

What is the natural habitat of Platycaulos major?

Dry, rocky hillsides in India

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-259060: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Linder (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Linder' in the authors string.