Ptilotus extenuatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
extenuatus
ID:
395338
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Telopea 2: 147 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394670
Common Names
- Ptilotus extenuatus
- Extenuatus Ptilotus
- Ptilotus Extenuatus Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ptilotus extenuatus (also called Slender ptilotus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to Australia. It is found in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Ptilotus extenuatus is used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ptilotus extenuatus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ptilotus extenuatus is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by air layering. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F).
Where to Find Ptilotus extenuatus
Ptilotus extenuatus is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.
Ptilotus extenuatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilotus extenuatus?
Ptilotus extenuatus
What is the common name of Ptilotus extenuatus?
Slender ptilotus
What is the natural habitat of Ptilotus extenuatus?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Ptilotus genus
Ptilotus pyramidatus, Ptilotus fasciculatus, Ptilotus extenuatus, Ptilotus caespitulosus, Ptilotus humilis, Ptilotus sericostachyus, Ptilotus polystachyus, Ptilotus auriculifolius, Ptilotus schwartzii, Ptilotus macrocephalus, Ptilotus obovatus, Ptilotus seminudus, Ptilotus spathulatus, Ptilotus fraseri, Ptilotus divaricatus, Ptilotus drummondii,
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-2408301: Based on the initial data import
Gerhard Benl (1910-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benl' in the authors string.