Aotus subspinescens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Crisp
Source:
ildis
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Austral.2: 658 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188165
Common Names
- Spiny Aotus
- Spiny-leaved Aotus
- Spiny-leaf Aotus
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- Aotus villosa subspinescens Benth. [valid]
Description
Aotus subspinescens (also called Subspinescent Aotus, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby, perennial plant native to Australia. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in grassy areas, open woodlands, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Aotus subspinescens is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and as a soil improver. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock, to control erosion, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aotus subspinescens is a yellow-green colour, with a small, globular head of flowers. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, narrow leaves.
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Aotus subspinescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, collect the seed pods when they are ripe and sow them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate by cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer and root them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Aotus subspinescens
Aotus subspinescens is found in New South Wales and Victoria, Australia.
Aotus subspinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aotus subspinescens?
Aotus subspinescens
What is the common name of Aotus subspinescens?
Subspinescent Aotus
Where is Aotus subspinescens found?
Aotus subspinescens is found in eastern Australia.
Species in the Aotus genus
Aotus subglauca, Aotus ericoides, Aotus tietkensii, Aotus cordifolia, Aotus mollis, Aotus phylicoides, Aotus passerinoides, Aotus subspinescens, Aotus genistoides, Aotus lanigera, Aotus intermedia, Aotus franklandii, Aotus lanea, Aotus prosacris, Aotus coccinea, Aotus gracillima, Aotus procumbens, Aotus carinata,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Aotus subspinescens (Benth.) Crisp: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.