Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Species:
oblongatum
ID:
617658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br. ex Benth.) Pedley

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 2: 13 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616990

Common Names

  • Oblongatum Comesperma
  • Comesperma Oblongatum
  • Oblongat Comesperma

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Synonyms

  • Comesperma ericinum oblongatum Benth. [unknown]

Description

Comesperma oblongatum (also called Oblong Comesperma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has oblong leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in dry, open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Comesperma oblongatum has been used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It has also been used as a source of food and fuel, and the leaves can be used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comesperma oblongatum has small, white flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comesperma oblongatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers, or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently.

Where to Find Comesperma oblongatum

Comesperma oblongatum can be found in the coastal regions of Australia.

Comesperma oblongatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comesperma oblongatum?

Comesperma oblongatum

What are the common names of Comesperma oblongatum?

Oblong-leaved milkwort

What are the uses of Comesperma oblongatum?

Comesperma oblongatum is used in traditional medicine to treat coughs, colds, and other ailments

Species in the Polygalaceae family

Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733224: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Leslie Pedley (1930-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pedley' in the authors string.