Andersonia involucrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
involucrata
ID:
534610
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sond.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 331 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533942
Common Names
- Andersonia involucrata
- Involucrata Andersonia
- Involucrata Andersonia Plant
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- Sprengelia involucrata F.Muell. [valid]
Description
Andersonia involucrata (also called Involucrate Andersonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant found in wetland areas of South America. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with involucres. It is found in wetland areas of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
Uses & Benefits
Andersonia involucrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: white, with a yellow center. Seed: small, black, and round. Seedlings: small, with a single seed leaf.
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Andersonia involucrata is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sandy soils and is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright location and water regularly until it takes root.
Where to Find Andersonia involucrata
Andersonia involucrata is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist woodlands.
Andersonia involucrata FAQ
What are the common uses of Andersonia involucrata?
Andersonia involucrata is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
What is the growth rate of Andersonia involucrata?
Andersonia involucrata has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the soil type suitable for Andersonia involucrata?
Andersonia involucrata prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils.
Species in the Andersonia genus
Andersonia annelsii, Andersonia aristata, Andersonia auriculata, Andersonia axilliflora, Andersonia barbata, Andersonia bifida, Andersonia brachyanthera, Andersonia brevifolia, Andersonia caerulea, Andersonia carinata, Andersonia echinocephala, Andersonia ferricola, Andersonia geniculata, Andersonia gracilis, Andersonia grandiflora, Andersonia hammersleyana, Andersonia heterophylla, Andersonia involucrata, Andersonia latiflora, Andersonia lehmanniana, Andersonia longifolia, Andersonia macranthera, Andersonia micrantha, Andersonia parvifolia, Andersonia pauciflora, Andersonia pinaster, Andersonia redolens, Andersonia setifolia, Andersonia simplex, Andersonia sprengelioides,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.