Asterolasia elegans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elegans
ID:
553421
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.McDougall & Porteners
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Telopea 4: 139 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552753
Common Names
- Elegant Asterolasia
- Asterolasia Elegans
- Elegans Asterolasia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asterolasia elegans (also called elegant 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 elegans is used for making paper, rope, and baskets. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asterolasia elegans 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asterolasia elegans can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and should be placed in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly and ensure the soil is kept moist but not soggy. Asterolasia elegans prefers full sun to part shade and will thrive in a warm, sheltered position.
Where to Find Asterolasia elegans
Asterolasia elegans is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.
Asterolasia elegans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asterolasia elegans?
Asterolasia elegans
What is the common name of Asterolasia elegans?
Elegant Asterolasia
Where is Asterolasia elegans found?
Asterolasia elegans 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2656666: Based on the initial data import
Lyn McDougall: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.McDougall' in the authors string.
M.F. Porteners: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porteners' in the authors string.