Ceratophyllum australe - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ceratophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australe
ID:
832393
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 14 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831728
Common Names
- Ceratophyllum Australe
- Southern Ceratophyllum
- Southern False Asphodel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ceratophyllum australe (also called Australian Hornwort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant native to Australia. It grows in shallow, still waters, and has long, thin stems and small green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratophyllum australe is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ceratophyllum australe is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.
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Cultivation and propagation of Ceratophyllum australe is best done by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation can also be done by stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Ceratophyllum australe
Ceratophyllum australe can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Ceratophyllum australe FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ceratophyllum australe?
Ceratophyllum australe
What is the natural habitat of Ceratophyllum australe?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What are the common names of Ceratophyllum australe?
It is commonly known as the Southern Ceratophyllum.
Species in the Ceratophyllum genus
Species in the Ceratophyllaceae family
References
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:274301-2: Based on the initial data import