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
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.
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 Geijera genus
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,