Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
lateriflorus
ID:
1332902

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fitzg.) B.G.Briggs

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Telopea 17: 32 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345356

Common Names

  • Lateriflorus Desmocladus
  • Desmocladus
  • Desmocladus Lateriflorus

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Description

Desmocladus lateriflorus (also called Later-flowering 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 lateriflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmocladus lateriflorus 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 lateriflorus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated from seed sown in spring or from division of established clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Desmocladus lateriflorus

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

Desmocladus lateriflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmocladus lateriflorus?

Desmocladus lateriflorus

What are the common names of Desmocladus lateriflorus?

Later-flowering desmocladus

Where is Desmocladus lateriflorus 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

Robert D. FitzGerald (1830-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fitzg.' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.