Status:
valid
Authors:
Bég.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. Ital. 1913: 102 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671138
Common Names
- Chevallier's Eremophila
- Chevallier's Poverty Bush
- Chevallier's Emu Bush
Description
Eremophyton chevallieri (also called Chevallier's Fuschia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall and has white-pink flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid areas.
Uses & Benefits
Eremophyton chevallieri is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub that can be used as a low-maintenance hedge or screen. It has attractive foliage and produces yellow, bell-shaped flowers in spring and summer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eremophyton chevallieri is yellow, tubular and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a yellow stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eremophyton chevallieri can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with the mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. Cuttings should be placed in a well-drained cutting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Eremophyton chevallieri
Eremophyton chevallieri is native to Western Australia and can be found in arid and semi-arid areas.
Eremophyton chevallieri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eremophyton chevallieri?
Eremophyton chevallieri
What is the common name of Eremophyton chevallieri?
Chevallier's Emu Bush
What is the natural habitat of Eremophyton chevallieri?
Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes
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