Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.A.Gardner) Rye & Trudgen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 22: 395 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335058
Common Names
- Cyathostemon heterantherus
- Heterantherous Cyathostemon
- Heterantherous Plant
Description
Cyathostemon heterantherus (also called Heterantherous Cyathostemon, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with white flowers, native to India and Myanmar. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrub forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathostemon heterantherus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyathostemon heterantherus has yellow flowers with red centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyathostemon heterantherus is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept slightly drier in the winter. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Where to Find Cyathostemon heterantherus
Cyathostemon heterantherus is native to Australia.
Cyathostemon heterantherus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathostemon heterantherus?
Cyathostemon heterantherus
What are the common names of Cyathostemon heterantherus?
Heterantherus Cyathostemon
What is the natural habitat of Cyathostemon heterantherus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Cyathostemon genus
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,