Arthraxon australiensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.K.Simon) E.J.Thomps.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 10: 501 (2019)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020498
Common Names
- Arthraxon australiensis
- Australian Arthraxon
- Arthraxon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arthraxon australiensis (also called 'Australian Arthraxon', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Australia. It has a thick, succulent stem and large, bright green leaves with serrated edges. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests and grows in shady, moist, and well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Arthraxon australiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Arthraxon australiensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arthraxon australiensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is best to prune the plant in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Arthraxon australiensis
Arthraxon australiensis is found in Australia.
Arthraxon australiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arthraxon australiensis?
Arthraxon australiensis
What are the common names of Arthraxon australiensis?
Australian Grass
What is the natural habitat of Arthraxon australiensis?
Australia
Species in the Arthraxon genus
Arthraxon antsirabensis, Arthraxon castratus, Arthraxon cuspidatus, Arthraxon depressus, Arthraxon echinatus, Arthraxon epectinatus, Arthraxon hispidus, Arthraxon inermis, Arthraxon jubatus, Arthraxon junnarensis, Arthraxon lanceolatus, Arthraxon lancifolius, Arthraxon meeboldii, Arthraxon microphyllus, Arthraxon multinervus, Arthraxon nudum, Arthraxon nudus, Arthraxon prionodes, Arthraxon raizadae, Arthraxon santapaui, Arthraxon submuticus, Arthraxon typicus, Arthraxon villosus, Arthraxon australiensis,
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77202069-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].