Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
eludens
ID:
1332899

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Telopea 17: 32 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345353

Common Names

  • Eludens Desmocladus
  • Desmocladus
  • Desmocladus Eludens

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Description

Desmocladus eludens (also called Elusive Desmocladus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in rocky areas, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Desmocladus eludens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmocladus eludens has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1 cm. Its seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 0.5 mm. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and the first true leaves are oblong and have toothed margins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmocladus eludens is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation can be done by division of the root clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Desmocladus eludens

Desmocladus eludens is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist forests.

Desmocladus eludens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmocladus eludens?

Desmocladus eludens

What are the common names of Desmocladus eludens?

Eluding desmocladus

Where is Desmocladus eludens native to?

South America

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

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.