Vavaea degeneri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 30: 475 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418423
Common Names
- Vavaea degeneri
- Degeneri Vavaea
- Degeneri Vavaea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vavaea degeneri (also called Degener's Vavaea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has an upright habit, with narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow-brown flowers. It is commonly found in dry open forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Vavaea degeneri is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vavaea degeneri has small, white flowers with four petals, and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vavaea degeneri is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to Australia and is found in dry woodland and heathland. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It requires regular watering and is tolerant of dry conditions.
Where to Find Vavaea degeneri
Vavaea degeneri is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in lowland and montane forests, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Vavaea degeneri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vavaea degeneri?
Vavaea degeneri
What are the common names of Vavaea degeneri?
Degener's Vavaea, Degener's Vavaea
What is the natural habitat of Vavaea degeneri?
Vavaea degeneri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Vavaea genus
Species in the Meliaceae family
Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:579892-1: Based on the initial data import