Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
australis
ID:
732944

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White) R.A.Howard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Lloydia 6: 143 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732277



Common Names

  • Irvingbaileya australis
  • Southern Irvingbaileya
  • Australian Irvingbaileya


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Description

Irvingbaileya australis (also called Bloodleaf, Chicken Gizzard, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, oval-shaped leaves with red veins and stems. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Irvingbaileya australis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Irvingbaileya australis is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and delicate with long, thin stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Irvingbaileya australis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from young shoots and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Irvingbaileya australis

Irvingbaileya australis is native to Australia.

Irvingbaileya australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Irvingbaileya australis?

Irvingbaileya australis

What is the natural habitat of Irvingbaileya australis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Irvingbaileya australis?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

Species in the Irvingbaileya genus

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

References

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Richard Alden Howard (1917-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Howard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:434398-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.