Status:
valid
Authors:
Paul G.Wilson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 12: 281 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470234
Common Names
- Phebalium Brevifolium
- Brevifolium Phebalium
- Phebalium
Description
Phebalium brevifolium (also called 'Brevifolium Phebalium', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with a single, erect stem and a few, alternate, leathery leaves. It is native to Australia and usually found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Phebalium brevifolium is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as a food source and for making traditional crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phebalium brevifolium is a deep purple color and is shaped like a bell. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phebalium brevifolium is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, as it can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium, such as sand or vermiculite. The cuttings should be taken from healthy plants, and they should be planted in a well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location, with plenty of water and fertilizer.
Where to Find Phebalium brevifolium
Phebalium brevifolium can be found in Australia, mainly in New South Wales and Victoria.
Phebalium brevifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phebalium brevifolium?
Phebalium brevifolium
What is the common name of Phebalium brevifolium?
Short-leaved Phebalium
What is the habitat of Phebalium brevifolium?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Phebalium genus
Phebalium tuberculosum,
Phebalium bullatum,
Phebalium canaliculatum,
Phebalium drummondii,
Phebalium clavatum,
Phebalium brachycalyx,
Phebalium daviesii,
Phebalium brevifolium,
Phebalium stenophyllum,
Phebalium filifolium,
Phebalium elegans,
Phebalium festivum,
Phebalium glandulosum,
Phebalium appressum,
Phebalium whitei,
Phebalium woombye,
Phebalium lowanense,
Phebalium laevigatum,
Phebalium longifolium,
Phebalium obcordatum,
Phebalium microphyllum,
Phebalium nottii,
Phebalium distans,
Phebalium megaphyllum,
Phebalium lepidotum,
Phebalium obovatum,
Phebalium bifidum,
Phebalium verrucosum,
Phebalium speciosum,
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,