Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
asper
ID:
386907

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 8: 26 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386239

Common Names

  • Asper Desmocladus
  • Rough Desmocladus
  • Asper Desmocladus Flower

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Synonyms

  • Calorophus asper Nees [unknown]

Description

Desmocladus asper (also called Rough Desmocladus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has yellow flowers and small, white fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Desmocladus asper is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmocladus asper has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a small, globular seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmocladus asper can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Desmocladus asper

Desmocladus asper is native to the western Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, and Morocco.

Desmocladus asper FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmocladus asper?

Desmocladus asper

What family does Desmocladus asper belong to?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Desmocladus asper?

Rough Desmocladus

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-239276: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' 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.