Acrothamnus suaveolens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
519634
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f.) Quinn
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 18: 452 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518966
Common Names
- Suaveolens Beak-sedge
- Suaveolens Beaked-rush
- Suaveolens Beak-rush
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- Leucopogon philippinensis (Merr.) Hosok. [valid]
- Styphelia spicata J.J.Sm. [valid]
- Styphelia trilocularis J.J.Sm. [valid]
- Styphelia vandewateri Wernham [valid]
- Styphelia suaveolens Koord. [valid]
- Styphelia suaveolens (Hook.f.) Warb. ex P.Sarasin & Sarasin [valid]
- Styphelia obtusifolia J.J.Sm. [valid]
- Styphelia philippinensis Merr. [valid]
- Leucopogon suaveolens Hook.f. [valid]
Description
Acrothamnus suaveolens (also called Sweet-scented Acrothamnus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to New Zealand. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, open habitats, such as wetlands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Acrothamnus suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acrothamnus suaveolens has a small white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
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Acrothamnus suaveolens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Acrothamnus suaveolens
Acrothamnus suaveolens is native to New Zealand and can be found in moist forests and scrublands.
Acrothamnus suaveolens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acrothamnus suaveolens?
Acrothamnus suaveolens
What is the common name of Acrothamnus suaveolens?
Suaveolens Mountain Daisy
What type of plant is Acrothamnus suaveolens?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Acrothamnus genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Christopher John Quinn (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Quinn' in the authors string.