Diarthron linearifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
645328
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pobed.) Kit Tan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 40: 218 (1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000644660
Common Names
- Diarthron linearifolia
- Linear-Leaved Diarthron
- Linear-Leaved Diarthrum
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- Dendrostellera linearifolia Pobed. [unknown]
Description
Diarthron linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved sand grass, among many other common names) is an annual grass native to Central Asia. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in dry, disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diarthron linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diarthron linearifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and are contained in a capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diarthron linearifolia can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a light, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Diarthron linearifolia
Diarthron linearifolia is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Diarthron linearifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diarthron linearifolia?
Diarthron linearifolia
What type of plant is Diarthron linearifolia?
It is a species of fern
Where is Diarthron linearifolia found?
It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal
Species in the Diarthron genus
Diarthron altaica, Diarthron antoninae, Diarthron arenaria, Diarthron caucasica, Diarthron iranica, Diarthron issykkulensis, Diarthron lessertii, Diarthron linearifolia, Diarthron linifolium, Diarthron macrorhachis, Diarthron magakjanii, Diarthron tarbagataica, Diarthron tianschanica, Diarthron turkmenorum, Diarthron vesiculosum, Diarthron altaicum,
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2765301: Based on the initial data import
Yevgenia Pobedimova (1898-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pobed.' in the authors string.
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.