Astartea muricata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 10: 334 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292206
Common Names
- Muricata Astartea
- Muricata Daisy
- Muricata Daisy Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astartea muricata (also called Muricate 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 muricata 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 muricata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astartea muricata is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.
Where to Find Astartea muricata
Astartea muricata is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.
Astartea muricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astartea muricata?
Astartea muricata
What is the common name of Astartea muricata?
Mountain Grevillea
What is the natural habitat of Astartea muricata?
Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Astartea genus
Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata, Astartea fascicularis, Astartea glomerulosa, Astartea laricifolia, Astartea leptophylla, Astartea muricata, Astartea affinis, Astartea arbuscula, Astartea astarteoides, Astartea cicatricosa, Astartea decemcostata, Astartea eobalta, Astartea granitica, Astartea middletonii, Astartea montana, Astartea onycis, Astartea reticulata, Astartea schaueri, Astartea transversa, Astartea zephyra, Astartea pulchella, Astartea scoparia,
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,
References
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:590678-1: Based on the initial data import