Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1859
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 98 (1859)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653149
Common Names
- Dodonaea stenozyga
- Stenozyga Hop Bush
- Stenozyga Dodonaea
Description
Dodonaea stenozyga (also called Stenozygous Dodonaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a straight trunk and a rounded crown, with leathery, oblong leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dodonaea stenozyga is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dodonaea stenozyga are small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a papery texture. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dodonaea stenozyga is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Dodonaea stenozyga
Dodonaea stenozyga is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Dodonaea stenozyga FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dodonaea stenozyga?
Dodonaea stenozyga
What are the common names of Dodonaea stenozyga?
Narrow-leaf Hop-bush
What is the natural habitat of Dodonaea stenozyga?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forests in Australia
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