Dodonaea ptarmicifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ptarmicifolia
ID:
653791
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 25(II): 155 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653123
Common Names
- Dodonaea ptarmicifolia
- Ptarmicifolia Dodonaea
- Ptarmicifolia Dodonaea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dodonaea ptarmicifolia (also called Ptarmigan Dodonaea, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dodonaea ptarmicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dodonaea ptarmicifolia are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dodonaea ptarmicifolia is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded position until they have rooted.
Where to Find Dodonaea ptarmicifolia
Dodonaea ptarmicifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Dodonaea ptarmicifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dodonaea ptarmicifolia?
Dodonaea ptarmicifolia
What is the family of Dodonaea ptarmicifolia?
Sapindaceae
What is the common name of Dodonaea ptarmicifolia?
Hop Bush
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2773995: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.