Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
ventricosa
ID:
1295994

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Black) A.J.Scott

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295332

Common Names

  • Sclerolaena ventricosa
  • Ventricose Sclerolaena
  • Ventricose Burr-sedge

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Description

Sclerolaena ventricosa (also called Ventricose Sclerolaena, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter and has yellow flowers with four petals. It prefers dry, sunny habitats such as rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerolaena ventricosa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Sclerolaena ventricosa is yellow and small, about 2mm in diameter. The seed is small, about 1mm in diameter, and is black in colour. The seedlings are small and oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerolaena ventricosa is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Once established, Sclerolaena ventricosa requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Sclerolaena ventricosa

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

Sclerolaena ventricosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerolaena ventricosa?

Sclerolaena ventricosa

What is the family of Sclerolaena ventricosa?

Chenopodiaceae

What is the common name of Sclerolaena ventricosa?

Ventricose Sclerolaena

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-7202211: Based on the initial data import
John McConnell Black (1855-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Black' in the authors string.
Andrew John Scott (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Scott' in the authors string.