Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
longistyla
ID:
664269

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eig) Soják

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Cas. Nár. Mus., Odd. Prír. 148: 193 (1979 publ. 1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000663601



Common Names

  • Eigia longistyla
  • Longistyla Eigia
  • Longistyla Eigia


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Synonyms

  • Macrostigmatella longistyla (Eig) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Stigmatella longistyla Eig [unknown]

Description

Eigia longistyla (also called Longstyle Eigia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a rounded crown and a grey-brown bark. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Eigia longistyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eigia longistyla is white and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eigia longistyla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a greenhouse. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. Division can be done in spring.

Where to Find Eigia longistyla

Eigia longistyla is native to Australia and can be found in dry open woodlands and grasslands.

Eigia longistyla FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Eigia longistyla?

Eigia longistyla is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in scrub and grassland.

What type of soil does Eigia longistyla prefer?

Eigia longistyla prefers well-drained, fertile soils.

How often should Eigia longistyla be watered?

Eigia longistyla should be watered regularly, but not too frequently.

Species in the Eigia genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2784910: Based on the initial data import
Jiří Soják (1936-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soják' in the authors string.
Alexander Eig (1894-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eig' in the authors string.