Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
filamentosa
ID:
749928

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) M.G.Harr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 23: 439 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749261



Common Names

  • Dodonaea filamentosa
  • Filamentosa Dodonaea
  • Filamentosa Plant


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Synonyms

  • Distichostemon filamentosus S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Dodonaea filamentosa (also called Filamentous Hopbush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species of the Sapindaceae family. It is native to Australia. It grows in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Dodonaea filamentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dodonaea filamentosa has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dodonaea filamentosa is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Dodonaea filamentosa

Dodonaea filamentosa is native to Australia, where it can be found in all states and territories.

Dodonaea filamentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dodonaea filamentosa?

Dodonaea filamentosa

What is the natural habitat of Dodonaea filamentosa?

Woodlands and grasslands

What is the average height of Dodonaea filamentosa?

Up to 3 m

Species in the Dodonaea genus

Dodonaea amplisemina, Dodonaea scurra, Dodonaea adenophora, Dodonaea amblyophylla, Dodonaea aptera, Dodonaea baueri, Dodonaea biloba, Dodonaea boroniifolia, Dodonaea bursariifolia, Dodonaea caespitosa, Dodonaea camfieldii, Dodonaea ceratocarpa, Dodonaea concinna, Dodonaea coriacea, Dodonaea divaricata, Dodonaea ericoides, Dodonaea falcata, Dodonaea filifolia, Dodonaea filiformis, Dodonaea glandulosa, Dodonaea hackettiana, Dodonaea heteromorpha, Dodonaea hexandra, Dodonaea hirsuta, Dodonaea hispidula, Dodonaea humifusa, Dodonaea humilis, Dodonaea inaequifolia, Dodonaea intricata, Dodonaea lagunensis, Dodonaea lanceolata, Dodonaea larraeoides, Dodonaea lobulata, Dodonaea macrossanii, Dodonaea madagascariensis, Dodonaea megazyga, Dodonaea microzyga, Dodonaea multijuga, Dodonaea oxyptera, Dodonaea pachyneura, Dodonaea peduncularis, Dodonaea petiolaris, Dodonaea physocarpa, Dodonaea pinifolia, Dodonaea pinnata, Dodonaea platyptera, Dodonaea polyandra, Dodonaea polyzyga, Dodonaea procumbens, Dodonaea ptarmicifolia,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.
M.G. Harrington: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Harr.' in the authors string.