Astartea scoparia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schauer
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 17(2): 242. 1843 [Aug-Oct 1843]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000292217
Common Names
- Scoparia Astartea
- Scoparia Daisy
- Scoparia Daisy Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astartea scoparia (also called Broom 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 scoparia 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 scoparia 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 scoparia is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a moist soil mix. The shrub should be planted in full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Astartea scoparia
Astartea scoparia is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.
Astartea scoparia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astartea scoparia?
Astartea scoparia
What is the common name of Astartea scoparia?
Scoparia Grevillea
What is the natural habitat of Astartea scoparia?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17414: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Conrad Schauer (1813-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schauer' in the authors string.