Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
511348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duretto & P.I.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 516 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510680



Common Names

  • Zieria insularis
  • Island Zieria
  • Insular Zieria


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Description

Zieria insularis (also called Island Zieria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It has small, fragrant, white flowers, and is native to New South Wales and Queensland in Australia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Zieria insularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zieria insularis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zieria insularis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Zieria insularis

Zieria insularis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Zieria insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zieria insularis?

Zieria insularis

What is the common name of Zieria insularis?

Insular Zieria

What is the natural habitat of Zieria insularis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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,

References

Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
Marco F. Duretto (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duretto' in the authors string.