Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
193514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Seem.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover)9: 363, t. 6 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192843

Common Names

  • Storckiella vitiensis
  • Viti Island Storckiella
  • Viti Storckiella

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Description

Storckiella vitiensis (also called Viti Storckiella, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Fiji and is found in dry open areas, scrubland, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Storckiella vitiensis is used for making dyes, for medicinal purposes, and for weaving baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Storckiella vitiensis has small yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Storckiella vitiensis is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained medium. Layering can be done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be kept in place until it has rooted.

Where to Find Storckiella vitiensis

Storckiella vitiensis can be found in New Zealand, particularly in the Canterbury and Otago regions.

Storckiella vitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Storckiella vitiensis?

Storckiella vitiensis

What is the common name of Storckiella vitiensis?

Viti Island storckiella

What is the natural habitat of Storckiella vitiensis?

Grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Fabaceae family