Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
odorifera
ID:
322148

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) J.F.Morales

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 240 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321480



Common Names

  • Temenia Odorifera
  • Fragrant Temenia
  • Scented Temenia


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Synonyms

  • Rhaptocarpus odoriferus Miers [unknown]
  • Temnadenia bicrura Miers [unknown]
  • Temnadenia pallidiflora Miers [unknown]
  • Temnadenia stellaris Miers [unknown]
  • Echites varius roseus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Echites francisceus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Echites francisceus pallidiflorus Hook. [unknown]
  • Echites odoriferus Vell. [unknown]
  • Echites stellaris Lindl. [unknown]
  • Echites stelluliferus Lem. [unknown]
  • Echites varius Stadelm. [unknown]

Description

Temenia odorifera (also called Fragrant Temenia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Australia. It has a single, erect, woody stem and a single, erect, woolly, yellow flower. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands at elevations of 0 to 400 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Temenia odorifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to produce essential oils for use in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Temnadenia odorifera has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Temnadenia odorifera are small, brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Temnadenia odorifera are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Temnadenia odorifera is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season, but kept dry during the winter months. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Temnadenia odorifera

Temnadenia odorifera is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Temnadenia odorifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Temnadenia odorifera?

Temnadenia odorifera

What is the common name of Temnadenia odorifera?

Fragrant Temnadenia

What is the family of Temnadenia odorifera?

Fabaceae

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202264: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.