Eutaxia virgata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
S.L.Endlicher & al., Enum. Pl. Hügel: 34 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188597
Common Names
- Eutaxia virgata
- Virgata Eutaxia
- Twiggy Eutaxia
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- Eutaxia ericoides Meisn. [valid]
- Eutaxia ericoides filicaulis Meisn. [valid]
Description
Eutaxia virgata (also called Virgata eutaxia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along watercourses. It has grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Eutaxia virgata is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eutaxia virgata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eutaxia virgata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have established roots.
Where to Find Eutaxia virgata
Eutaxia virgata is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Eutaxia virgata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eutaxia virgata?
Eutaxia virgata
What is the common name of Eutaxia virgata?
Twiggy Eutaxia
What is the natural habitat of Eutaxia virgata?
It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and heaths in Australia.
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Eutaxia virgata Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.