Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aston) S.W.L.Jacobs
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 141 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639080
Common Names
- Astonia australiensis
- Australian Astonia
- Astonia
Description
Astonia australiensis (also called Australian Astonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub growing up to 1 m tall, with oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, and is found in dry and moist forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Astonia australiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astonia australiensis is yellow, with a red center. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Astonia australiensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m in height. It prefers a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Astonia australiensis
Astonia australiensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Astonia australiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astonia australiensis?
Astonia australiensis
What is the common name of Astonia australiensis?
Australiensis
What is the natural habitat of Astonia australiensis?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Astonia genus
Species in the Alismataceae family
Albidella nymphaeifolia,
Albidella acanthocarpa,
Albidella glandulosa,
Albidella oligococca,
Alisma bjorkqvistii,
Alisma canaliculatum,
Alisma gramineum,
Alisma juzepczukii,
Alisma lanceolatum,
Alisma nanum,
Alisma plantago-aquatica,
Alisma rhicnocarpum,
Alisma subcordatum,
Alisma triviale,
Alisma wahlenbergii,
Alisma praecox,
Alisma rariflorum,
Alisma bjoerkqvistii,
Astonia australiensis,
Baldellia alpestris,
Baldellia ranunculoides,
Baldellia repens,
Burnatia enneandra,
Butomopsis latifolia,
Caldesia grandis,
Caldesia parnassifolia,
Caldesia janaki-ammaliae,
Caldesia plantago-aquatica,
Damasonium alisma,
Damasonium bourgaei,
Damasonium californicum,
Damasonium constrictum,
Damasonium minus,
Damasonium polyspermum,
Echinodorus berteroi,
Helanthium tenellum,
Helanthium bolivianum,
Helanthium zombiense,
Hydrocleys martii,
Hydrocleys mattogrossensis,
Hydrocleys modesta,
Hydrocleys nymphoides,
Hydrocleys parviflora,
Limnocharis laforestii,
Limnocharis flava,
Limnophyton obtusifolium,
Limnophyton fluitans,
Limnophyton angolense,
Luronium natans,
Ranalisma rostrata,