Fieldia australiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
australiana
ID:
691620
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.T.White) B.L.Burtt
Source:
cmp
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 56: 372 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690953
Common Names
- Fieldia Australiana
- Australiana Fig
- Australian Fig
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Coronanthera australiana C.T.White [unknown]
- Lenbrassia australiana (C.T.White) G.W.Gillett [unknown]
Description
Fieldia australiana (also called Australian Fieldia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It grows in moist woods and thickets, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter.
Uses & Benefits
Fieldia australiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to provide food and shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fieldia australiana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers, and red fruit. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Fieldia australiana can be propagated from seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. For division, carefully separate the clumps of the plant and replant them in a potting mix. Fieldia australiana prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Fieldia australiana
Fieldia australiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Australia.
Fieldia australiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fieldia australiana?
Fieldia australiana
What is the common name of Fieldia australiana?
Australian Fieldia
Where is Fieldia australiana native to?
Australia
Species in the Fieldia genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2812892: Based on the initial data import
B. L. Burtt (1913-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Burtt' in the authors string.
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.