Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arida
ID:
510264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chappill

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot.20: 601 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509596

Common Names

  • Jacksonia arida
  • Arida Jacksonia
  • Jacksonia

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Description

Jacksonia arida (also called Arid Jacksonia, among many other common names) is an erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including sandplains, heathlands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Jacksonia arida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacksonia arida has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacksonia arida is a perennial plant native to Madagascar. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that grows to a height of about 12 inches (30 cm). It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Jacksonia arida

Jacksonia arida can be found in Madagascar.

Jacksonia arida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacksonia arida?

Jacksonia arida

What is the common name of Jacksonia arida?

Arid Jacksonia

What is the natural habitat of Jacksonia arida?

Dry, sandy soils

Species in the Jacksonia genus

Jacksonia compressa, Jacksonia floribunda, Jacksonia furcellata, Jacksonia scoparia, Jacksonia sericea, Jacksonia sternbergiana, Jacksonia scoparia, Jacksonia eremodendron, Jacksonia aculeata, Jacksonia lehmannii, Jacksonia angulata, Jacksonia odontoclada, Jacksonia foliosa, Jacksonia horrida, Jacksonia rhadinoclada, Jacksonia hakeoides, Jacksonia dilatata, Jacksonia calycina, Jacksonia condensata, Jacksonia thesioides, Jacksonia grevilleoides, Jacksonia nematoclada, Jacksonia racemosa, Jacksonia stackhousii, Jacksonia velutina, Jacksonia forrestii, Jacksonia argentea, Jacksonia vernicosa, Jacksonia alata, Jacksonia macrocalyx, Jacksonia spinosa, Jacksonia ramosissima, Jacksonia capitata, Jacksonia fasciculata, Jacksonia rhadinoclona, Jacksonia acicularis, Jacksonia anthoclada, Jacksonia arenicola, Jacksonia arida, Jacksonia arnhemica, Jacksonia calcicola, Jacksonia chappilliae, Jacksonia debilis, Jacksonia dendrospinosa, Jacksonia divisa, Jacksonia effusa, Jacksonia elongata, Jacksonia epiphyllum, Jacksonia flexuosa, Jacksonia gracillima,

Species in the Fabaceae family