Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Muell.) Volkens
Source:
tro
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1a): 72 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295231
Common Names
- Osteocarpum scleropterum
- Hard-winged Osteocarpum
- Hard-winged-leaf Osteocarpum
Description
Osteocarpum scleropterum (also called Scleropter Osteocarpum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid regions, often in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Osteocarpum scleropterum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Osteocarpum scleropterum has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Osteocarpum scleropterum is best done through seed sowing. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Propagation can also be done through division of the clumps.
Where to Find Osteocarpum scleropterum
Osteocarpum scleropterum is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.
Osteocarpum scleropterum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osteocarpum scleropterum?
Osteocarpum scleropterum
What is the common name of Osteocarpum scleropterum?
Hard-winged Osteocarpum
What is the natural habitat of Osteocarpum scleropterum?
It is native to Australia and found in arid and semi-arid areas.
Species in the Osteocarpum genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,