Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
anethifolia
ID:
505324

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Iconogr. Gen. Pl. : t. 23 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504656



Common Names

  • Stirlingia anethifolia
  • Anethifolia Stirlingia
  • Anethifolia-leaved Stirlingia


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Synonyms

  • Simsia teretifolia F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Simsia anethifolia R.Br. [unknown]
  • Stirlingia teretifolia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Stirlingia intricata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Stirlingia affinis Meisn. [unknown]
  • Stirlingia acutifolia Endl. [unknown]

Description

Stirlingia anethifolia (also called Stirlingia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and is tolerant of drought and frost.

Uses & Benefits

Stirlingia anethifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stirlingia anethifolia has small yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stirlingia anethifolia is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to around 1m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a sandy, well-drained mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sandy, well-drained mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Stirlingia anethifolia

Stirlingia anethifolia is native to Australia and is found in dry woodlands and shrublands.

Stirlingia anethifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stirlingia anethifolia?

Stirlingia anethifolia

What is the family of Stirlingia anethifolia?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Stirlingia anethifolia?

Aniseed Stirlingia

Species in the Proteaceae family

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