Waltheria astropus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 31 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427333
Common Names
- Waltheria
- Astrope Waltheria
- Waltheria Astropus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Astropus tomentosus Spreng. [unknown]
Description
Waltheria astropus (also called Star-Foot Waltheria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It grows in moist areas, such as swamps, wet grasslands, and along the edges of streams and rivers. It has small, white flowers and dark green, leathery leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Waltheria astropus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Waltheria astropus flower is a small, yellowish-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Waltheria astropus is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until rooted.
Where to Find Waltheria astropus
Waltheria astropus is native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.
Waltheria astropus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Waltheria astropus?
Waltheria astropus
What is the common name of Waltheria astropus?
Star-footed Waltheria
What is the natural habitat of Waltheria astropus?
It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Waltheria genus
Waltheria collina, Waltheria bahamensis, Waltheria brachypetala, Waltheria virgata, Waltheria viscosissima, Waltheria pyrolifolia, Waltheria astropus, Waltheria glabra, Waltheria glomerata, Waltheria communis, Waltheria albicans, Waltheria arenaria, Waltheria arenicola, Waltheria lophanthus, Waltheria operculata, Waltheria indica, Waltheria involucrata, Waltheria lanceolata, Waltheria carmensarae, Waltheria berteroi, Waltheria madagascariensis, Waltheria ackermanniana, Waltheria carpinifolia, Waltheria cinerascens, Waltheria excelsa, Waltheria ferruginea, Waltheria glazioviana, Waltheria macrophylla, Waltheria maritima, Waltheria paniculata, Waltheria petiolata, Waltheria polyantha, Waltheria rotundifolia, Waltheria calcicola, Waltheria ovata, Waltheria microphylla, Waltheria acapulcensis, Waltheria detonsa, Waltheria acuminata, Waltheria conzattii, Waltheria lundelliana, Waltheria pringlei, Waltheria tridentata, Waltheria tomentosa, Waltheria bracteosa, Waltheria preslii, Waltheria bicolor, Waltheria fryxellii, Waltheria procumbens, Waltheria ladewii,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:825759-1: Based on the initial data import