Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
aristata
ID:
412124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth. ex E.Fourn.) Fontella

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 21: 335 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000411456

Common Names

  • Tassadia aristata
  • Aristate Tassadia
  • Aristate False Parsley

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Synonyms

  • Ditassa aristata Benth. ex E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Tassadia aristata (also called Bristly tassadia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a woody stem and small white flowers. It is native to India and is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tassadia aristata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is known to be drought tolerant and can be used to create a hedge or border in a garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tassadia aristata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tassadia aristata is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is found in dry, open, sunny areas, and is native to India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. It can be propagated from seed, and prefers well-drained, sandy soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C (104°F).

Where to Find Tassadia aristata

Tassadia aristata is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Tassadia aristata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tassadia aristata?

Tassadia aristata

What is the common name of Tassadia aristata?

Tassadia

What type of plant is Tassadia aristata?

Herb

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2438463: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.
Jorge Fontella (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fontella' in the authors string.