Status:
valid
Authors:
Seem.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. : 35 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418424
Common Names
- Vavaea harveyi
- Harveyi Vavaea
- Harveyi Vavaea
Description
Vavaea harveyi (also called Harvey'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 harveyi 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 harveyi has small, white flowers with four petals, and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Vavaea harveyi is a low-growing, perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Vavaea harveyi
Vavaea harveyi is native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in lowland and montane forests, disturbed areas, and roadsides.
Vavaea harveyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vavaea harveyi?
Vavaea harveyi
What are the common names of Vavaea harveyi?
Harvey's Vavaea, Harvey's Vavaea
What is the natural habitat of Vavaea harveyi?
Vavaea harveyi 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,