Status:
valid
Authors:
D.A.Cooke
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 15: 41 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353071
Common Names
- Curta Centrolepis
- Curta Rush
- Short Mat-rush
Description
Centrolepis curta (also called Short 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.
Uses & Benefits
Centrolepis curta 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 curta has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Centrolepis curta is a tropical plant that is best propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light until they have established roots. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Centrolepis curta
Centrolepis curta is native to Australia and is found in dry forests and scrublands at elevations of 0-1000 m.
Centrolepis curta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Centrolepis curta?
Centrolepis curta
What is the common name of Centrolepis curta?
Centrolepis
What is the natural habitat of Centrolepis curta?
Tropical rainforests
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,