Status:
valid
Authors:
Paul G.Wilson
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 12: 113 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650227
Common Names
- Eneabbensis Moss
- Eneabba Moss
- Eneabba Diplolaena
Description
Diplolaena eneabbensis (also called Eneabba Diplolaena, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub. It is native to Western Australia and grows in sandy soils. Its leaves are narrow and linear with a pointed tip. It produces small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Diplolaena eneabbensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and sore throats. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and pots.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplolaena eneabbensis is yellow and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplolaena eneabbensis is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of climates. It is drought tolerant and can grow in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce viable seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a potting mix of equal parts sand and peat. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted.
Where to Find Diplolaena eneabbensis
Diplolaena eneabbensis is native to Australia.
Diplolaena eneabbensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplolaena eneabbensis?
Diplolaena eneabbensis
What is the family of Diplolaena eneabbensis?
Myrtaceae
What is the distribution of Diplolaena eneabbensis?
Endemic to Western Australia
Species in the Diplolaena genus
Diplolaena andrewsii,
Diplolaena angustifolia,
Diplolaena cinerea,
Diplolaena dampieri,
Diplolaena drummondii,
Diplolaena eneabbensis,
Diplolaena ferruginea,
Diplolaena geraldtonensis,
Diplolaena grandiflora,
Diplolaena graniticola,
Diplolaena leemaniana,
Diplolaena microcephala,
Diplolaena mollis,
Diplolaena obovata,
Diplolaena velutina,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,