Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
J. Exped. Trop. Australia : 102 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695902
Common Names
- Small-flowered geijera
- Small-flowered willow
- Small-flowered ironwood
Synonyms
- Zanthoxylum australasicum A.Juss. [unknown]
- Geijera pendula Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Geijera parviflora (also called Small-flowered 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 parviflora 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 parviflora 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 parviflora 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 parviflora
Geijera parviflora is native to the eastern United States, where it can be found in woodlands, thickets, and other areas with moist soils. It is also found in parts of Canada.
Geijera parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Geijera parviflora?
Geijera parviflora
What is the family of Geijera parviflora?
Rutaceae
What is the common name of Geijera parviflora?
Small-flowered 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,