Stackhousia megaloptera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megaloptera
ID:
492671
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8: 35 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492003
Common Names
- Stackhousia megaloptera
- Large-winged Stackhousia
- Large-winged Stackhousia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stackhousia megaloptera (also called Megalopterous Stackhousia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a spreading habit and can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. The leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate in shape. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is found in open woodlands and heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Stackhousia megaloptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soils, reduce erosion, and provide shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stackhousia megaloptera are white and borne in clusters at the ends of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and hairless.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stackhousia megaloptera is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.5–2 m. It prefers a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Stackhousia megaloptera
Stackhousia megaloptera is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Stackhousia megaloptera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stackhousia megaloptera?
Stackhousia megaloptera
What is the common name of Stackhousia megaloptera?
Large-winged Stackhousia
Where is Stackhousia megaloptera found?
It is found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Species in the Stackhousia genus
Stackhousia annua, Stackhousia aspericocca, Stackhousia clementii, Stackhousia dielsii, Stackhousia megaloptera, Stackhousia minima, Stackhousia muricata, Stackhousia nuda, Stackhousia pulvinaris, Stackhousia scoparia, Stackhousia spathulata, Stackhousia umbellata, Stackhousia viminea, Stackhousia intermedia, Stackhousia subterranea, Stackhousia stratfordiae, Stackhousia monogyna,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:821897-1: Based on the initial data import