Westringia saxatilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
334937
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.J.Conn
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 6: 325 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334269
Common Names
- Rock Westringia
- Saxatilis Westringia
- Saxatilis Myrtle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Westringia saxatilis (also called Saxatilis Westringia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Australia and grows in dry sclerophyll forest, heathland and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Westringia saxatilis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used in gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Westringia saxatilis is a white to pale blue, five-petalled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Westringia saxatilis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Westringia saxatilis
Westringia saxatilis is native to Australia.
Westringia saxatilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Westringia saxatilis?
Westringia saxatilis
What is the common name of Westringia saxatilis?
Rock Rosemary
What is the natural habitat of Westringia saxatilis?
Rocky outcrops and hillsides
Species in the Westringia genus
Westringia amabilis, Westringia angustifolia, Westringia blakeana, Westringia brevifolia, Westringia cephalantha, Westringia cheelii, Westringia crassifolia, Westringia cremnophila, Westringia dampieri, Westringia davidii, Westringia discipulorum, Westringia eremicola, Westringia fruticosa, Westringia glabra, Westringia grandifolia, Westringia kydrensis, Westringia longifolia, Westringia lucida, Westringia lurida, Westringia parvifolia, Westringia rigida, Westringia rubiifolia, Westringia rupicola, Westringia saxatilis, Westringia senifolia, Westringia sericea, Westringia tenuicaulis, Westringia viminalis, Westringia acifolia, Westringia capitonia, Westringia ophioglossa, Westringia fitzgeraldensis,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-214608: Based on the initial data import
Barry Conn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.J.Conn' in the authors string.