Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laricifolia
ID:
292853

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schauer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 2: 922 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292185

Common Names

  • Laricifolia Astartea
  • Laricifolia Daisy
  • Laricifolia Daisy Bush

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Description

Astartea laricifolia (also called Larch-leaved Astartea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It has an upright habit and grows up to 2 m in height. It is found in dry, open woodlands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Astartea laricifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astartea laricifolia flowers are yellow, and appear in clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and have a cap. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astartea laricifolia can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Astartea laricifolia

Astartea laricifolia is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Astartea laricifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astartea laricifolia?

Astartea laricifolia

What is the common name of Astartea laricifolia?

Laricifolia Astartea

What is the natural habitat of Astartea laricifolia?

It is native to tropical South America.

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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