Damasonium minus
Damasonium minus Buchenau
Damasonium minus is a flowering plant species in the family Alismataceae, native to Australia. It is found in all states except the Northern Territory. Commonly known as starfruit or star-fruit, it is recognized as an agricultural weed, particularly in Australian rice crops.
Description
Damasonium minus, a member of the Alismataceae family, is native to Australia and is distributed across New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia. It is commonly referred to as starfruit or star-fruit. The species is notable for its presence as a weed in agricultural settings, especially in rice fields. First described in 1871 by Buchenau, it is a persistent plant in its native range and has a significant impact on rice cultivation.
Distribution
Australasian · New South Wales · Queensland · South Australia · Tasmania · Victoria · Western Australia
Synonyms
Actinocarpus australisActinocarpus minorAlisma minusDamasonium australeDamasonium brownii
