Status:
valid
Authors:
(Deflers) Pimenov & Kljuykov
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 86(4): 151 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657622
Common Names
- Ducrosia areysiana
- Areys' Ducrosia
- Ducrosia Areysiana
Synonyms
- Peucedanum areysianum Deflers [unknown]
Description
Ducrosia areysiana (also called Areys' Ducrosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 6 m tall. It is native to New Caledonia and is found in humid forests. It has simple, alternate leaves, and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ducrosia areysiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ducrosia areysiana is small and white, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ducrosia areysiana is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Ducrosia areysiana
Ducrosia areysiana is found in the Mediterranean region.
Ducrosia areysiana FAQ
What is the common name of Ducrosia areysiana?
Areys' Ducrosia
What is the native range of Ducrosia areysiana?
Australia
What are the growth requirements of Ducrosia areysiana?
Full sun and well-drained soil
Species in the Ducrosia genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
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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,