Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
australis
ID:
430833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 65: 469 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000430165



Common Names

  • Zinowiewia australis
  • Australian Zinowiewia
  • Australian Zinowiewia Vine


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Description

Zinowiewia australis (also called 'Southern Zinowiewia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Zinowiewia australis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zinowiewia australis is a white or pinkish-white color, and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is an ovoid capsule, and the seedlings are slender and erect.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zinowiewia australis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in spring or summer, while cuttings can be taken in summer or autumn. The plant can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Zinowiewia australis

Zinowiewia australis is native to Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Zinowiewia australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zinowiewia australis?

Zinowiewia australis

What is the common name of Zinowiewia australis?

Australis

What is the natural habitat of Zinowiewia australis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

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,

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