Status:
valid
Authors:
Keighery ex Henwood
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Telopea 15: 222 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345349
Common Names
- Creeping Actinotus
- Actinotus
- Actinotus Repens
Description
Actinotus repens (also called Creeping Flannel Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is typically found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Actinotus repens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinotus repens has white 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Actinotus repens is a perennial herb native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation can be done by division of the root clumps or by seed.
Where to Find Actinotus repens
Actinotus repens is native to Australia and can be found in dry forests.
Actinotus repens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinotus repens?
Actinotus repens
What are the common names of Actinotus repens?
Creeping flannel flower
Where is Actinotus repens native to?
Australia
Species in the Actinotus genus
Actinotus bellidioides,
Actinotus forsythii,
Actinotus gibbonsii,
Actinotus glomeratus,
Actinotus helianthi,
Actinotus humilis,
Actinotus laxus,
Actinotus leucocephalus,
Actinotus minor,
Actinotus moorei,
Actinotus novae-zealandiae,
Actinotus omnifertilis,
Actinotus paddisonii,
Actinotus periculosus,
Actinotus rhomboideus,
Actinotus schwarzii,
Actinotus suffocata,
Actinotus superbus,
Actinotus whicheranus,
Actinotus repens,
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,
References
Murray J. Henwood: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Henwood' in the authors string.