Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
magellanica
ID:
715923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 67 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000715256



Common Names

  • Magellanica Hamadryas
  • Magellanica Silverbush
  • Silverbush


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Description

Hamadryas magellanica (also called Magellan's 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 magellanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hamadryas magellanica for. paniculata (Hook.f.) Lourteig

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hamadryas magellanica is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round, flattened, and slightly curved. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hamadryas magellanica 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 magellanica

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

Hamadryas magellanica FAQ

What is the common name of Hamadryas magellanica?

Magellan Hamadryas

What is the natural habitat of Hamadryas magellanica?

Grasslands and savannas

What is the growth rate of Hamadryas magellanica?

Fast

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

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