Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
constablei
ID:
540478

Status:
valid

Authors:
McGill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 403 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539810

Common Names

  • Apatophyllum constablei
  • Constable's Apatophyllum
  • Constable Apatophyllum

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Description

Apatophyllum constablei (also called Constable's Cat's-ear, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has small, yellow-green flowers and grows in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apatophyllum constablei is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Apatophyllum constablei is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single flower head. The seed is small and oval-shaped, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apatophyllum constablei is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Apatophyllum constablei

Apatophyllum constablei can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.

Apatophyllum constablei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apatophyllum constablei?

Apatophyllum constablei

What is the family of Apatophyllum constablei?

Araliaceae

What is the common name of Apatophyllum constablei?

Constable's Apatophyllum

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References