Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 42: 26 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000469083
Common Names
- Peraxilla
- Punctata Peraxilla
- Peraxilla Punctata
Synonyms
- Perella punctata Tiegh. [unknown]
- Loranthus fieldii Buchanan [unknown]
- Neamyza fieldii Tiegh. [unknown]
Description
Peraxilla punctata (also called 'Spotted Peraxilla', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to New Zealand, and it grows in alpine and subalpine habitats. It is an evergreen shrub, with small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Peraxilla punctata is a species of shrub found in New Zealand. It is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak or as a hedge.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Peraxilla punctata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Peraxilla punctata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of about 10 cm.
Where to Find Peraxilla punctata
Peraxilla punctata can be found in New Zealand.
Peraxilla punctata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Peraxilla punctata?
Peraxilla punctata
What type of plant is Peraxilla punctata?
Peraxilla punctata is an evergreen shrub.
Where does Peraxilla punctata grow?
Peraxilla punctata grows in New Zealand.
Species in the Peraxilla genus
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,