Status:
valid
Authors:
R.S.Cowan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 8: 119 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540755
Common Names
- Carnosum
- Apocaulon
- Asteraceae
Description
Apocaulon carnosum (also called 'Carnose Apocaulon', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with thick, fleshy stems and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in dry, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Apocaulon carnosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Apocaulon carnosum is a small, yellowish-green flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, grass-like plants with narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apocaulon carnosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is best to divide the plant every few years to keep it healthy and vigorous.
Where to Find Apocaulon carnosum
Apocaulon carnosum can be found in wetland habitats in Europe and North America.
Apocaulon carnosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apocaulon carnosum?
Apocaulon carnosum
What is the common name of Apocaulon carnosum?
No common name
Where is Apocaulon carnosum found?
It is found in the Andes of Peru
Species in the Apocaulon genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,