Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 403 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435557
Common Names
- Siphonodon australis
- Australian Siphonodon
- Australian Siphonodon Moss
Synonyms
- Siphonodon australis keysii F.M.Bailey [valid]
Description
Siphonodon australis (also called Southern Siphonodon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Siphonodon australis is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant. Its leaves and bark are used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source, as its fruits are edible. Additionally, it has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties, which makes it useful in treating skin conditions and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Siphonodon australis is yellow and has five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Siphonodon australis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in moist soil in the spring and kept moist until germination. Stem cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems in the spring and planted in moist soil. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Siphonodon australis
Siphonodon australis is native to Australia.
Siphonodon australis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Siphonodon australis?
Siphonodon australis
What is the common name of Siphonodon australis?
Southern Siphonodon
What is the natural habitat of Siphonodon australis?
Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands
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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,