Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
vitifolia
ID:
240611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 71: 1026 (1924 publ. 1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239943



Common Names

  • Vitifolia Paperbark
  • Vitifolia Honey Myrtle
  • Vitifolia Tea Tree


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Synonyms

  • Mallotus vitifolius Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Melanolepis vitifolia (also called 'Vine-leaved Melanolepis', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands and heathlands. It grows to a height of 2-4 m.

Uses & Benefits

Melanolepis vitifolia is used as an ornamental plant and is often used for its fragrant foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak, and can be used to attract birds to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melanolepis vitifolia is a white, fluffy, brush-like flower head. The seed is a small, black, oblong capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanolepis vitifolia is a small shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Melanolepis vitifolia

Melanolepis vitifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Melanolepis vitifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanolepis vitifolia?

Melanolepis vitifolia

What is the common name of Melanolepis vitifolia?

Grape-leaved Melanolepis

What is the natural habitat of Melanolepis vitifolia?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Melanolepis 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,

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