Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.Br.) Roem. & Schult.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 1: 44 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353058
Common Names
- Aristata Centrolepis
- Aristata Rush
- Aristate Mat-rush
Synonyms
- Centrolepis aristata pygmaea F.Muell. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Desvauxia aristata R.Br. [unknown]
- Devauxia aristata R.Br. [deprecated]
Description
Centrolepis aristata (also called Awned Centrolepis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Australia, found in open woodland and grassland habitats. It is a small plant, growing up to 25 cm tall with small, oval-shaped leaves and awns.
Uses & Benefits
Centrolepis aristata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antibacterial properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Centrolepis aristata has small, yellow flowers with three stamens. The seeds are small, brown and globose. The seedlings are slender, with a single leaf and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centrolepis aristata is best propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Centrolepis aristata
Centrolepis aristata is native to Australia and is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m.
Centrolepis aristata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centrolepis aristata?
Centrolepis aristata
What is the common name of Centrolepis aristata?
Awned Centrolepis
What is the family of Centrolepis aristata?
Restionaceae
Species in the Centrolepis genus
Centrolepis alepyroides,
Centrolepis aristata,
Centrolepis banksii,
Centrolepis caespitosa,
Centrolepis cambodiana,
Centrolepis cephaloformis,
Centrolepis ciliata,
Centrolepis curta,
Centrolepis drummondiana,
Centrolepis eremica,
Centrolepis exserta,
Centrolepis fascicularis,
Centrolepis glabra,
Centrolepis humillima,
Centrolepis inconspicua,
Centrolepis minima,
Centrolepis monogyna,
Centrolepis muscoides,
Centrolepis mutica,
Centrolepis pallida,
Centrolepis pedderensis,
Centrolepis philippinensis,
Centrolepis pilosa,
Centrolepis polygyna,
Centrolepis strigosa,
Centrolepis racemosa,
Centrolepis milleri,
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,