Arthropodium curvipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curvipes
ID:
761719
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 34: 227 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761052
Common Names
- Arthropodium curvipes
- Curvipes Arthropodium
- Arthropodium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arthropodium curvipes (also called Curly-Leafed Rock Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is found in rocky areas, dry sclerophyll forests, and grasslands. It has a single, erect, linear to lanceolate leaf and a single, white to pinkish flower.
Uses & Benefits
Arthropodium curvipes is an ornamental plant that is used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arthropodium curvipes has white flowers with yellow centres and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings have long, thin leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arthropodium curvipes is a clump-forming perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a temperature range of 10-30°C and a pH range of 5.5-7.5. It requires full sun to partial shade and regular fertilization.
Where to Find Arthropodium curvipes
Arthropodium curvipes is native to Australia and can be found in moist areas, such as along streams and in swamps.
Arthropodium curvipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arthropodium curvipes?
Arthropodium curvipes
What is the natural habitat of Arthropodium curvipes?
It is native to Australia.
How fast does Arthropodium curvipes grow?
It grows at a moderate rate.
Species in the Arthropodium genus
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-300060: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.