Comesperma ciliatum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliatum
ID:
617610
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steetz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 304 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000616942
Common Names
- Comesperma Ciliatum
- Ciliate Comesperma
- Ciliate Milkwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Bredemeyera ciliata (Steetz) Steenis [unknown]
Description
Comesperma ciliatum (also called hairy milkwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to Australia, and typically grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Comesperma ciliatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Comesperma ciliatum has yellow flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, smooth and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Comesperma ciliatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light and warmth.
Where to Find Comesperma ciliatum
Comesperma ciliatum can be found in Australia.
Comesperma ciliatum FAQ
What is the common name of Comesperma ciliatum?
Fringed milkwort
What is the growth rate of Comesperma ciliatum?
Moderate to fast
What is the mature height of Comesperma ciliatum?
Up to 3 feet
Species in the Comesperma genus
Comesperma acerosum, Comesperma apyllum, Comesperma breviflorum, Comesperma calcicola, Comesperma calymega, Comesperma ciliatum, Comesperma confertum, Comesperma defoliatum, Comesperma drummondii, Comesperma ericinum, Comesperma esulifolium, Comesperma flavum, Comesperma griffinii, Comesperma hispidulum, Comesperma integerrimum, Comesperma lanceolatum, Comesperma nudiusculum, Comesperma oblongatum, Comesperma pallidum, Comesperma patentifolium, Comesperma polygaloides, Comesperma praecelsum, Comesperma retusum, Comesperma rhadinocarpum, Comesperma scoparium, Comesperma secundum, Comesperma sphaerocarpum, Comesperma spinosum, Comesperma sylvestre, Comesperma virgatum, Comesperma viscidulum, Comesperma volubile, Comesperma xanthocarpum,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733181: Based on the initial data import
Joachim Steetz (1804-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steetz' in the authors string.