Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inuncta
ID:
747132

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.F.Wilkins & Chappill

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia20: 122 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746465



Common Names

  • Eutaxia inuncta
  • Inuncta Eutaxia
  • Eutaxia Inuncta


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Description

Eutaxia inuncta (also called Oily Eutaxia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eutaxia inuncta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eutaxia inuncta has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eutaxia inuncta is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in the spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Eutaxia inuncta

Eutaxia inuncta can be found in the dry sclerophyll forests of New South Wales, Australia.

Eutaxia inuncta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eutaxia inuncta?

Eutaxia inuncta

What is the common name of Eutaxia inuncta?

Inuncta Eutaxia

What type of plant is Eutaxia inuncta?

Shrub

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carolyn F. Wilkins (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Wilkins' in the authors string.
Jennifer Anne Chappill (1959-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chappill' in the authors string.