Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 230 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394506
Common Names
- Ptilotus pyramidatus
- Pyramid Foxtail
- Moses in the Cradle
Synonyms
- Trichinium pyramidatum Moq. [unknown]
Description
Ptilotus pyramidatus (also called Pyramid Everlasting, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody stem and a height of 0.3-1.2 m. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia, and is found in grasslands, scrub, and open forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ptilotus pyramidatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes and to make furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ptilotus pyramidatus is a small, yellow, fragrant flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ptilotus pyramidatus is a fast-growing perennial herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Ptilotus pyramidatus
Ptilotus pyramidatus can be found in Australia.
Ptilotus pyramidatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ptilotus pyramidatus?
Ptilotus pyramidatus
What is the common name of Ptilotus pyramidatus?
Pyramidal Ptilotus
What is the natural habitat of Ptilotus pyramidatus?
Ptilotus pyramidatus is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Australia.
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,