Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
spinosum
ID:
945922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zoll.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Natuurk. Tijdschr. Ned.-Indië 14: 172 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000945260



Common Names

  • Doryxylon spinosum
  • Spiny Doryxylon
  • Prickly Doryxylon


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Description

Doryxylon spinosum (also called Spiny Doryxylon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Doryxylon spinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for timber production, as a windbreak, and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Doryxylon spinosum are yellow or orange, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are short and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Doryxylon spinosum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m in height. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry, open areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Doryxylon spinosum

Doryxylon spinosum can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Species in the Doryxylon genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References