Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
745695

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White) J.A.Armstr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 15: 408 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745028



Common Names

  • Zieria Obovata
  • Tasmanian Zieria
  • Small-Leaved Zieria


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Description

Zieria obovata (also called Obovate Zieria, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in grasslands and prefers sunny, dry environments.

Uses & Benefits

Zieria obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zieria obovata is white in colour and has a four-petalled corolla. The seed is small, oval, and brown in colour. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and are covered in short, white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zieria obovata is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. 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 grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Zieria obovata

Zieria obovata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Zieria obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zieria obovata?

Zieria obovata

What is the common name of Zieria obovata?

Oval-leaved zieria

What is the natural habitat of Zieria obovata?

It is found in lowland and montane forests in Australia

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

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
James Andrew Armstrong (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Armstr.' in the authors string.