Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ferruginea
ID:
455204

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) A.C.Sm.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. Nova 3: 757 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000454536



Common Names

  • Turrillia ferruginea
  • Rusty Turrillia
  • Rusty-flowered Turrillia


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Synonyms

  • Bleasdalea ferruginea (A.C.Sm.) A.C.Sm. & J.E.Haas [unknown]

Description

Turrillia ferruginea (also called Rusty Turrillia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 2m in height. Its leaves are glossy green and its flowers are yellow and fragrant. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Turrillia ferruginea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments like fever, headache, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Turrillia ferruginea has small, yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Turrillia ferruginea is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Turrillia ferruginea

Turrillia ferruginea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Turrillia ferruginea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Turrillia ferruginea?

Turrillia ferruginea

What is the common name of Turrillia ferruginea?

Rusty Turrillia

What type of soil does Turrillia ferruginea prefer?

Turrillia ferruginea prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Turrillia genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,