Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Druce
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4: 606 (1916 publ. 1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552743
Common Names
- Star-Fruit Asterolasia
- Asterolasia Asteriscophora
- Asteriscophora Asterolasia
Synonyms
- Phebalium asteriscophorum F.Muell. [unknown]
- Asterolasia correifolia muelleri Maiden & Betche [unknown]
- Asterolasia muelleri Benth. [unknown]
- Eriostemon spathulifolius Gand. [unknown]
Description
Asterolasia asteriscophora (also called star-shaped asterolasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, star-shaped flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia, and is found in moist, shady areas such as swamps, marshes, and wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Asterolasia asteriscophora is used for making paper, rope, and baskets. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Asterolasia asteriscophora sub. albiflora Mole
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asterolasia asteriscophora has small, white flowers with five petals and a five-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astilbe asteriscophora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to plant the seeds in the spring or fall. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in the spring or fall and replant in the desired location.
Where to Find Asterolasia asteriscophora
Asterolasia asteriscophora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.
Asterolasia asteriscophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asterolasia asteriscophora?
Asterolasia asteriscophora
What is the common name of Asterolasia asteriscophora?
Asteriscophora Asterolasia
Where is Asterolasia asteriscophora found?
Asterolasia asteriscophora is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Asterolasia genus
Asterolasia asteriscophora,
Asterolasia buckinghamii,
Asterolasia buxifolia,
Asterolasia correifolia,
Asterolasia drummondii,
Asterolasia elegans,
Asterolasia grandiflora,
Asterolasia hexapetala,
Asterolasia muricata,
Asterolasia pallida,
Asterolasia phebalioides,
Asterolasia rivularis,
Asterolasia rupestris,
Asterolasia squamuligera,
Asterolasia trymalioides,
Asterolasia hyalina,
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,