Eutaxia leptophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou26(I): 268 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683546
Common Names
- Eutaxia leptophylla
- Leptophylla Eutaxia
- Leptophylla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eutaxia leptophylla (also called Slender-leaved 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 leptophylla 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 leptophylla 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 leptophylla 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 leptophylla
Eutaxia leptophylla can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Eutaxia leptophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eutaxia leptophylla?
Eutaxia leptophylla
What is the family of Eutaxia leptophylla?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Eutaxia leptophylla?
Slender-leaved 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
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:494692-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Eutaxia leptophylla Turcz.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.