Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
clarksonii
ID:
1319912

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.M.Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 24: 370 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332366

Common Names

  • Homoranthus Clarksonii
  • Clarksonii Homoranthus
  • Homoranthus

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Description

Homoranthus clarksonii (also called Clarkson's Homoranthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a few leaves. The flowers are white or pinkish with yellow spots and are borne in a terminal raceme. It grows in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Homoranthus clarksonii is used as an ornamental plant and is grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homoranthus clarksonii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in dense clusters. The seeds are small, round and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homoranthus clarksonii is a terrestrial or epiphytic plant that is propagated by division. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept in bright, indirect light. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Homoranthus clarksonii

Homoranthus clarksonii is native to the Northern Territory of Australia.

Homoranthus clarksonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homoranthus clarksonii?

Homoranthus clarksonii

What type of plant is Homoranthus clarksonii?

A shrub

Where does Homoranthus clarksonii grow?

It grows in Australia

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

Lachlan Mackenzie Copeland (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Copel.' in the authors string.