Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
covenyi
ID:
430078

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.Armstr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 15: 337 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429410



Common Names

  • Covenyi Zieria
  • Zieria Covenyi
  • Zieria Covenyi


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Description

Zieria covenyi (also called Coveny's Zieria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a rounded crown and can reach heights of up to 6 feet. Its leaves are simple and have a pungent odor when crushed. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Zieria covenyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover in some areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zieria covenyi is a deep purple color, with five petals and a hairy stem. The seed is small and round, with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and thin, with a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zieria covenyi can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Zieria covenyi

Zieria covenyi can be found in Australia.

Zieria covenyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zieria covenyi?

Zieria covenyi

What is the common name of Zieria covenyi?

Coveny's Zieria

What is the natural habitat of Zieria covenyi?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

Species in the Zieria 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,