Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
715920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct. : 227 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715253



Common Names

  • Argentea Hamadryas
  • Argentea Silverbush
  • Silverbush


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Description

Hamadryas argentea (also called Silver-Leaved Hamadryas, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Hamamelidaceae family. It is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to East Asia, and is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hamadryas argentea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is durable and resistant to rot.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hamadryas argentea has small, white, four-petaled flowers. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hamadryas argentea is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Hamadryas argentea

Hamadryas argentea is native to the deserts of Central and South America, including Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Hamadryas argentea FAQ

What is the common name of Hamadryas argentea?

Silver-backed Hamadryas

What is the natural habitat of Hamadryas argentea?

Grasslands and savannas

What is the growth rate of Hamadryas argentea?

Fast

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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