Status:
valid
Authors:
Moq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 52 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295080
Common Names
- Rhagodia
- Drummondii
- Saltbush
Description
Rhagodia drummondii (also called Drummond's Saltbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has yellow flowers and linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Rhagodia drummondii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhagodia drummondii has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhagodia drummondii is a low-growing, spreading shrub that grows to a height of 1.5 m. It has small, grey-green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Rhagodia drummondii
Rhagodia drummondii is native to Australia, occurring in all mainland states.
Rhagodia drummondii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhagodia drummondii?
Rhagodia drummondii
What is the common name of Rhagodia drummondii?
Drummond's Saltbush
What is the natural habitat of Rhagodia drummondii?
Rhagodia drummondii is native to Australia
Species in the Rhagodia genus
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,