Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
apetalum
ID:
597070

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 9: 94 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596402

Common Names

  • Ceratopetalum apetalum
  • Apetalum Christmas Bush
  • Apetalum Bush

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Synonyms

  • Ceratopetalum apetalum microphyllum J.F.Bailey & C.T.White [unknown]
  • Ceratopetalum apetalum montanum (D.Don) Pamp. [unknown]
  • Ceratopetalum apetalum montanum (D.Don) Domin [unknown]
  • Ceratopetalum monopetalum Caley ex D.Don [unknown]
  • Ceratopetalum montanum D.Don [unknown]

Description

Ceratopetalum apetalum (also called Apetalous Hook Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and temperate Asia. It is found in wet soils, and is often found in marshes, ponds, and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratopetalum apetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratopetalum apetalum has small, white flowers that are star-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have round, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratopetalum apetalum is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 30 cm tall. The shrub should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Ceratopetalum apetalum

Ceratopetalum apetalum is found in Australia.

Ceratopetalum apetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ceratopetalum apetalum?

Ceratopetalum apetalum

What is the common name of Ceratopetalum apetalum?

Apetalous Carob Tree

What is the natural habitat of Ceratopetalum apetalum?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2711140: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.