Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
trymalioides
ID:
553437

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Trans. Philos. Soc. Victoria 1: 10 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552769



Common Names

  • Trymalioides Asterolasia
  • Asterolasia Trymalioides
  • Trymalioides Asterolasia


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Synonyms

  • Eriostemon trymalikoides (F.Muell.) F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Asterolasia trymalioides (also called trymalium-like 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 trymalioides is used for making paper, rope, and baskets. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asterolasia trymalioides sub. areniticola K.L.McDougall & C.J.Hook
Asterolasia trymalioides sub. villosa K.L.McDougall & C.J.Hook

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asterolasia trymalioides 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

Asterolasia trymalioides 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 trymalioides prefers full sun to part shade and will thrive in a warm, sheltered position.

Where to Find Asterolasia trymalioides

Asterolasia trymalioides is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Asterolasia trymalioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asterolasia trymalioides?

Asterolasia trymalioides

What is the common name of Asterolasia trymalioides?

Tremaloid Starbush

What is the natural habitat of Asterolasia trymalioides?

Dry, open woods and thickets

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