Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
brownii
ID:
341046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 371 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000340378

Common Names

  • Apodasmia Brownii
  • Brown's Apodasmia
  • Tussock Sedge

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Synonyms

  • Leptocarpus brownii Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Apodasmia brownii (also called Brown's Apodasmia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Apodasmia brownii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apodasmia brownii has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have thin, delicate stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apodasmia brownii is a perennial herb native to New Zealand. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done through division of the root clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be transplanted to a larger pot when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Apodasmia brownii

Apodasmia brownii is native to New Zealand and can be found in the South Island.

Apodasmia brownii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apodasmia brownii?

Apodasmia brownii

What is the common name of Apodasmia brownii?

Brown's Apodasmia

What type of plant is Apodasmia brownii?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-220601: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.