Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
caudatus
ID:
558120

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.A.S.Johnson & O.D.Evans) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 8: 30 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557452



Common Names

  • Sporadanthus caudatus
  • Caudate Sporadanthus
  • Tailed Sporadanthus


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Synonyms

  • Lepyrodia caudata L.A.S.Johnson & O.D.Evans [unknown]

Description

Sporadanthus caudatus (also called Tail-Flowered Sporadanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family, Asteraceae. It is native to South America, where it grows in sandy soils in dry, open areas. It is an annual herb that grows to 0.5 m tall and wide, with long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers with long, tail-like petals.

Uses & Benefits

Sporadanthus caudatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sporadanthus caudatus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sporadanthus caudatus is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to part shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Sporadanthus caudatus

Sporadanthus caudatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South and Southeast Asia.

Sporadanthus caudatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sporadanthus caudatus?

Sporadanthus caudatus

What is the common name of Sporadanthus caudatus?

Caudatus Sporadanthus

What is the natural habitat of Sporadanthus caudatus?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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-266680: 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.
Obed David Evans (1889-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.D.Evans' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.