Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
muscosus
ID:
657196

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1792

Citation Micro:
J. Hist. Nat. 1: 189 (1792)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656528

Common Names

  • Drapetes muscosus
  • Mossy Drapetes
  • Mossy-leaved Drapetes

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Description

Drapetes muscosus (also called Mossy Hedge Parsley, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing habit, with finely divided, fern-like leaves and umbels of small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, and is often found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Drapetes muscosus is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Drapetes muscosus are small and white, with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Drapetes muscosus is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It has long, narrow, leathery leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem. It produces small white flowers in summer. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Drapetes muscosus

Drapetes muscosus can be found in South Africa.

Drapetes muscosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Drapetes muscosus?

Drapetes muscosus

What is the common name of Drapetes muscosus?

Mossy Drapetes

What is the natural habitat of Drapetes muscosus?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, growing in rocky or grassy places

Species in the Drapetes genus

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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