Status:
valid
Authors:
Druce
Source:
cmp
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4: 624 (1916 publ. 1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695901
Common Names
- Panicled geijera
- Panicled willow
- Panicled ironwood
Synonyms
- Coatesia paniculata F.Muell. [unknown]
- Geijera muelleri Benth. [unknown]
Description
Geijera paniculata (also called Panicled 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 paniculata 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 paniculata 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 paniculata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Geijera paniculata
Geijera paniculata is native to the southeastern United States, where it can be found in woodlands, thickets, and other areas with moist soils.
Geijera paniculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Geijera paniculata?
Geijera paniculata
What is the family of Geijera paniculata?
Rutaceae
What is the common name of Geijera paniculata?
Panicled 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,