Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
asteriscophora
ID:
553411

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


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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656656: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.