Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
alopecuroides
ID:
523959

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Delile) Fenzl ex Bunge

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint Pétersbourg, Sér. 7 , 4: 11 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523291

Common Names

  • Agathophora alopecuroides
  • Fox-tail Agathophora
  • Fox-tail

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Synonyms

  • Salsola postii Eig [unknown]
  • Salsola alopecurioides Delile [unknown]
  • Agathophora galalensis Botsch. [unknown]
  • Agathophora postii (Eig) Botsch. [unknown]
  • Anabasis alopecuroides (Delile) Moq. [unknown]
  • Halogeton alopecuroides (Delile) Moq. [unknown]
  • Aellenia postii (Eig) Aellen [unknown]

Description

Agathophora alopecuroides (also called Fox-tail Agathophora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the heath family. It is native to Brazil. It is found in moist, sandy soils in flatwoods, savannas, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Agathophora alopecuroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agathophora alopecuroides var. papillosa (Maire) Boulos

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agathophora alopecuroides has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agathophora alopecuroides can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Agathophora alopecuroides

Agathophora alopecuroides is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.

Agathophora alopecuroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agathophora alopecuroides?

Agathophora alopecuroides

What is the family of Agathophora alopecuroides?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Agathophora alopecuroides?

Fox-tail Agathophora

Species in the Agathophora genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2625570: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.
Alire Raffeneau Delile (1778-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delile' in the authors string.
Eduard Fenzl (1808-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fenzl' in the authors string.