Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
nodatus
ID:
1332907

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-0001345361

Common Names

  • Nodatus Desmocladus
  • Desmocladus
  • Desmocladus Nodatus

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Description

Desmocladus nodatus (also called Nodding 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 nodatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmocladus nodatus 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 nodatus 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 nodatus

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

Desmocladus nodatus FAQ

What is the common name of Desmocladus nodatus?

Nodded Desmocladus

What is the scientific name of Nodded Desmocladus?

Desmocladus nodatus

What is the natural habitat of Desmocladus nodatus?

Rainforests of New Zealand

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.