Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helmsiae
ID:
696562

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Bailey

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Queensl. Fl. 1: 206 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695895



Common Names

  • Helms' geijera
  • Helms' willow
  • Helms' ironwood


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Description

Geijera helmsiae (also called Helms' Willow Myrtle, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, typically growing to a height of 5–10 m. It is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from coastal areas to inland woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Geijera helmsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Geijera helmsiae are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geijera helmsiae is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The shrub prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Geijera helmsiae

Geijera helmsiae is native to the southeastern United States, where it can be found in woodlands, thickets, and other areas with moist soils.

Geijera helmsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geijera helmsiae?

Geijera helmsiae

What is the family of Geijera helmsiae?

Rutaceae

What is the common name of Geijera helmsiae?

Helms' Wilga

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,

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