Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
837790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Wheeler & N.G.Marchant) J.R.Wheeler & N.G.Marchant

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 418 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837125



Common Names

  • Taxandria Fragrans
  • Fragrans Taxandria
  • Fragrans Plant


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Description

Taxandria fragrans (also called Taxandria fragrans, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is found in dry habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taxandria fragrans is a small shrub native to South Africa. It is used in gardens and landscaping for its attractive foliage and small white flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taxandria fragrans is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taxandria fragrans is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a seed bed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Taxandria fragrans

Taxandria fragrans is native to South Africa.

Taxandria fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Taxandria fragrans?

Taxandria fragrans

What are the common names of Taxandria fragrans?

Common names of Taxandria fragrans include fragrant taxandria and narrow-leaved taxandria

What is the natural habitat of Taxandria fragrans?

Taxandria fragrans is native to Australia and typically grows in open woodlands and grasslands

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374445: Based on the initial data import
Judith Roderick Wheeler (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Wheeler' in the authors string.
Neville Marchant (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Marchant' in the authors string.