Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hetaerioides
ID:
333364

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) Szlach. & Olszewski

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cameroun 34: 102 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332696



Common Names

  • Canescens Vitex
  • Vitex Canescens
  • Vitex Cane


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Synonyms

  • Cynorkis hetaerioides (Summerh.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Habenaria hetaerioides Summerh. [unknown]

Description

Veyretella hetaerioides (also called Butterfly Featherflower, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows to a height of 0.5–2 m. It has a single stem with a dense, rounded habit and is covered in short, soft hairs. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils in shrubland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Veyretella hetaerioides is used in gardens as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin irritations and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Veyretella hetaerioides is a white to pale pink, with five petals and a central tuft of yellow stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veyretella hetaerioides is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from new growth and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Germination usually occurs within two to four weeks.

Where to Find Veyretella hetaerioides

Veyretella hetaerioides is native to the south-west of Western Australia. It is found in the coastal heathlands and woodlands of the Swan Coastal Plain, and in the south-west corner of the state.

Veyretella hetaerioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veyretella hetaerioides?

Veyretella hetaerioides

What type of plant is Veyretella hetaerioides?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Veyretella hetaerioides?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Veyretella genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-213073: Based on the initial data import
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Tomasz S. Olszewski (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olszewski' in the authors string.