Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longicornis
ID:
681686

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Williams

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 41: 170 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000681019



Common Names

  • Long-Horned Euchaetis
  • Longicornis Euchaetis
  • Long-Horned Bristle-Fern


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Description

Euchaetis longicornis (also called Long-horned Featherhead, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb, native to Australia. It grows up to 0.3 m tall and has small, linear leaves. It is found in grasslands, woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Euchaetis longicornis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euchaetis longicornis is white to yellowish-white in color, with a tubular shape and a long, slender corolla. The seed is small and black, with a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euchaetis longicornis can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a sunny or partially shaded location.

Where to Find Euchaetis longicornis

Euchaetis longicornis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Euchaetis longicornis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euchaetis longicornis?

Euchaetis longicornis

What is the common name of Euchaetis longicornis?

Long-horned Euchaetis

What is the natural habitat of Euchaetis longicornis?

Dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides

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