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
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.
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
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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,