Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
837776

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 429 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837111



Common Names

  • Taxandria Spathulata
  • Spathulata Taxandria
  • Spathulata Plant


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Description

Taxandria spathulata (also called Spathulate Taxandria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has an upright habit and is found in dry grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Taxandria spathulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taxandria spathulata is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are thin and long with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taxandria spathulata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Taxandria spathulata

Taxandria spathulata is native to South Africa.

Taxandria spathulata FAQ

What is the common name of Taxandria spathulata?

Spathulata

What is the natural habitat of Taxandria spathulata?

Dry woodlands and thickets

What is the scientific name of Taxandria spathulata?

Taxandria spathulata

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-374430: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Conrad Schauer (1813-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schauer' in the authors string.
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.