Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
427719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum. & Lauterb.) Tanaka

Source:
ksu

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 9: 139 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427051



Common Names

  • Dolichophylla Wenzelia
  • Wenzelia dolichophylla
  • Dolichophylla Wenzelia Root


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Description

Wenzelia dolichophylla (also called Long-leaved Wenzelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It grows up to 1 m tall and has a hairy stem with lanceolate leaves. It is found in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Wenzelia dolichophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wenzelia dolichophylla has small, white flowers with five petals and a central yellow disk. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems and small, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wenzelia dolichophylla is a perennial herb native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Wenzelia dolichophylla

Wenzelia dolichophylla can be found in dry grasslands, disturbed sites, and open woods in Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

Wenzelia dolichophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wenzelia dolichophylla?

Wenzelia dolichophylla

What is the common name of Wenzelia dolichophylla?

Long-leaved Wenzelia

What is the natural habitat of Wenzelia dolichophylla?

Wenzelia dolichophylla is found in wet grasslands, marshes, and swamps in Australia.

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,

References

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Chōzaburō Tanaka (1885-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tanaka' in the authors string.
Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775534-1: Based on the initial data import