Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
diffusa
ID:
517364

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) R.A.Levin

Source:
cmp

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12(1): 61. 2002 [2 April 2002]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516696

Common Names

  • Diffusa Acleisanthes
  • Diffusa Acleisanthes
  • Diffusa Acleisanthes

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Synonyms

  • Selinocarpus diffusus A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Acleisanthes diffusa (also called Diffuse Acleisanthes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a rosette of long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Acleisanthes diffusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It is also used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acleisanthes diffusa has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are slender and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acleisanthes diffusa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller clumps which can then be replanted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Acleisanthes diffusa

Acleisanthes diffusa is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Acleisanthes diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acleisanthes diffusa?

Acleisanthes diffusa

What is the common name of Acleisanthes diffusa?

Diffuse Acleisanthes

Where is Acleisanthes diffusa found?

Acleisanthes diffusa is found in Australia

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2618095: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Rachel Ann Levin (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Levin' in the authors string.