Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
tatei
ID:
1295956

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) A.J.Scott

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 89: 114 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295294

Common Names

  • Tate's Sclerolaena
  • Tate's Burr-sedge
  • Tate's Burr

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Description

Sclerolaena tatei (also called Tate's Sclerolaena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with small, yellow flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerolaena tatei is used as a food source for livestock, as a source of timber for construction and furniture, and as a source of fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sclerolaena tatei is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, bright green plant with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Sclerolaena tatei 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 Sclerolaena tatei

Sclerolaena tatei is found in the arid regions of Australia, including the Northern Territory, Western Australia, and South Australia.

Sclerolaena tatei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerolaena tatei?

Sclerolaena tatei

What are the common names of Sclerolaena tatei?

Tate's Sclerolaena, Sclerolaena tatei

What is the natural habitat of Sclerolaena tatei?

Sclerolaena tatei is found in dry, sandy soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Species in the Sclerolaena genus

Sclerolaena ramsayae, Sclerolaena drummondii, Sclerolaena eurotioides, Sclerolaena walkeri, Sclerolaena fimbriolata, Sclerolaena symoniana, Sclerolaena calcarata, Sclerolaena fusiformis, Sclerolaena anisacanthoides, Sclerolaena recurvicuspis, Sclerolaena microcarpa, Sclerolaena tetragona, Sclerolaena hostilis, Sclerolaena tetracuspis, Sclerolaena brevifolia, Sclerolaena patenticuspis, Sclerolaena obliquicuspis, Sclerolaena limbata, Sclerolaena uniflora, Sclerolaena diacantha, Sclerolaena holtiana, Sclerolaena burbidgeae, Sclerolaena crenata, Sclerolaena constricta, Sclerolaena parallelicuspis, Sclerolaena eriacantha, Sclerolaena tatei, Sclerolaena medicaginoides, Sclerolaena blakei, Sclerolaena divaricata, Sclerolaena cuneata, Sclerolaena glabra, Sclerolaena articulata, Sclerolaena intricata, Sclerolaena tubata, Sclerolaena tricuspis, Sclerolaena muricata, Sclerolaena deserticola, Sclerolaena birchii, Sclerolaena costata, Sclerolaena convexula, Sclerolaena ramulosa, Sclerolaena johnsonii, Sclerolaena cornishiana, Sclerolaena muelleri, Sclerolaena longicuspis, Sclerolaena tridens, Sclerolaena alata, Sclerolaena parviflora, Sclerolaena napiformis,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7202124: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.