Status:
valid
Authors:
van der Werff
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 28: 28 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506438
Common Names
- Aspidostemon Litoralis
- Litoralis Aspidostemon
- Litoralis's Aspidostemon
Description
Aspidostemon litoralis (also called 'Coastal Aspidostemon', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a woody stem and its leaves are small, linear and bristly. It is found in dry deciduous forests, grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidostemon litoralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspidostemon litoralis has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidostemon litoralis is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Aspidostemon litoralis
Aspidostemon litoralis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Aspidostemon litoralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidostemon litoralis?
Aspidostemon litoralis
What is the natural habitat of Aspidostemon litoralis?
It is found in Madagascar.
What are the common names of Aspidostemon litoralis?
It is commonly known as Madagascar aspidostemon.
Species in the Aspidostemon genus
Aspidostemon andohahelensis,
Aspidostemon antongilensis,
Aspidostemon apiculatus,
Aspidostemon capuronii,
Aspidostemon conoideus,
Aspidostemon fungiformis,
Aspidostemon grayi,
Aspidostemon insignis,
Aspidostemon litoralis,
Aspidostemon longipedicellatus,
Aspidostemon lucens,
Aspidostemon macrophyllus,
Aspidostemon manongarivensis,
Aspidostemon masoalensis,
Aspidostemon microphyllus,
Aspidostemon occultus,
Aspidostemon parvifolius,
Aspidostemon reticulatus,
Aspidostemon trichandra,
Aspidostemon caudatus,
Aspidostemon dolichocarpus,
Aspidostemon glandulosus,
Aspidostemon humbertianus,
Aspidostemon inconspicuus,
Aspidostemon lacrimans,
Aspidostemon percoriaceus,
Aspidostemon perrieri,
Aspidostemon synandra,
Aspidostemon triantherus,
Species in the Lauraceae family
Actinodaphne acuminata,
Actinodaphne albifrons,
Actinodaphne amabilis,
Actinodaphne ambigua,
Actinodaphne archboldiana,
Actinodaphne areolata,
Actinodaphne bicolor,
Actinodaphne borneensis,
Actinodaphne bourdillonii,
Actinodaphne bourneae,
Actinodaphne brassii,
Actinodaphne caesia,
Actinodaphne campanulata,
Actinodaphne candolleana,
Actinodaphne celebica,
Actinodaphne cinerea,
Actinodaphne concinna,
Actinodaphne concolor,
Actinodaphne corymbosa,
Actinodaphne crassa,
Actinodaphne cupularis,
Actinodaphne diversifolia,
Actinodaphne dolichophylla,
Actinodaphne elegans,
Actinodaphne ellipticibacca,
Actinodaphne engleriana,
Actinodaphne ferruginea,
Actinodaphne forrestii,
Actinodaphne fragilis,
Actinodaphne fuliginosa,
Actinodaphne furfuracea,
Actinodaphne glabra,
Actinodaphne glauca,
Actinodaphne glaucina,
Actinodaphne glomerata,
Actinodaphne gracilis,
Actinodaphne henryi,
Actinodaphne hirsuta,
Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla,
Actinodaphne javanica,
Actinodaphne johorensis,
Actinodaphne kinabaluensis,
Actinodaphne koshepangii,
Actinodaphne kostermansii,
Actinodaphne kweichowensis,
Actinodaphne lanata,
Actinodaphne lanceolata,
Actinodaphne latifolia,
Actinodaphne lawsonii,
Actinodaphne lecomtei,