Eutaxia epacridioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Meisn.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
J.G.C.Lehmann, Pl. Preiss.1: 63 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683544
Common Names
- Eutaxia epacridioides
- Epacridioides Eutaxia
- Epacridioides
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eutaxia epacridioides (also called Epacris-like Eutaxia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The flowers are usually white or yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eutaxia epacridioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eutaxia epacridioides is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eutaxia epacridioides is a perennial plant that is grown from seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Eutaxia epacridioides
Eutaxia epacridioides is native to Australia and can be found in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Eutaxia epacridioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eutaxia epacridioides?
Eutaxia epacridioides
What is the family of Eutaxia epacridioides?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Eutaxia epacridioides?
Epacrid-like Eutaxia
Species in the Eutaxia genus
Eutaxia microphylla, Eutaxia cuneata, Eutaxia obovata, Eutaxia parvifolia, Eutaxia virgata, Eutaxia epacridoides, Eutaxia actinophylla, Eutaxia andocada, Eutaxia lasiocalyx, Eutaxia nanophylla, Eutaxia rubricarina, Eutaxia epacridioides, Eutaxia hirsuta, Eutaxia exilis, Eutaxia neurocalyx, Eutaxia acanthoclada, Eutaxia inuncta, Eutaxia major, Eutaxia lutea, Eutaxia lasiophylla, Eutaxia myrtifolia, Eutaxia diffusa, Eutaxia empetrifolia, Eutaxia microphylla, Eutaxia leptophylla,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Carl Meissner (1800-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meisn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:494690-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Eutaxia epacridioides Meisn.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.