Status:
valid
Authors:
M.E.Jones
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot. 18: 57 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653066
Common Names
- Dodonaea lagunensis
- Lagunensis Dodonaea
- Dodonaea
Description
Dodonaea lagunensis (also called Laguna Hop Bush, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forests, heathlands, and coastal dunes.
Uses & Benefits
Dodonaea lagunensis is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used to make a yellow dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dodonaea lagunensis is a small, yellowish-green, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, green and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dodonaea lagunensis is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and in a bright, warm location until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Dodonaea lagunensis
Dodonaea lagunensis is native to the Canary Islands and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Dodonaea lagunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dodonaea lagunensis?
Dodonaea lagunensis
What is the common name of Dodonaea lagunensis?
Laguna Hopbush
What is the family of Dodonaea lagunensis?
Sapindaceae
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