Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
476281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Tabl. Encycl. 1: 31 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475613



Common Names

  • Pimelea prostrata
  • Prostrate Pimelea
  • Pimelea Prostrate


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Synonyms

  • Passerina prostrata L.f. [unknown]
  • Pimelea novae-zeylandiae hort. ex W.H.Baxter [unknown]
  • Pimelea bicolor Colenso [unknown]
  • Pimelea laevigata Gaertn. [unknown]
  • Sirmuellera prostrata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Banksia prostrata J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Cookia prostrata J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Pimelea prostrata prostrata [unknown]
  • Pimelea laevigata repens Cheeseman [unknown]
  • Pimelea prostrata parvifolia Allan [unknown]

Description

Pimelea prostrata (also called prostrate pimelea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Thymelaeaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with opposite leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Pimelea prostrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pimelea prostrata sub. thermalis C.J.Burrows
Pimelea prostrata sub. seismica C.J.Burrows
Pimelea prostrata sub. vulcanica C.J.Burrows
Pimelea prostrata sub. ventosa C.J.Burrows

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pimelea prostrata is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimelea prostrata is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock.

Where to Find Pimelea prostrata

Pimelea prostrata is native to Australia and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Pimelea prostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimelea prostrata?

Pimelea prostrata

What is the common name of Pimelea prostrata?

Prostrate Rice-flower

What is the natural habitat of Pimelea prostrata?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

Species in the Pimelea genus

Pimelea villosa, Pimelea traversii, Pimelea tomentosa, Pimelea microphylla, Pimelea prostrata, Pimelea poppelwellii, Pimelea longifolia, Pimelea angulata, Pimelea lyallii, Pimelea buxifolia, Pimelea gnidia, Pimelea orthia, Pimelea xenica, Pimelea carnosa, Pimelea sporadica, Pimelea eremitica, Pimelea acra, Pimelea ignota, Pimelea mesoa, Pimelea dura, Pimelea notia, Pimelea declivis, Pimelea cryptica, Pimelea nitens, Pimelea hirta, Pimelea barbata, Pimelea mimosa, Pimelea oreophila, Pimelea strigosa, Pimelea elongata, Pimelea cremnophila, Pimelea filiformis, Pimelea aquilonia, Pimelea interioris, Pimelea pagophila, Pimelea spinescens, Pimelea octophylla, Pimelea ciliolaris, Pimelea ammocharis, Pimelea physodes, Pimelea neokyrea, Pimelea rosea, Pimelea brevistyla, Pimelea calcicola, Pimelea ciliata, Pimelea rara, Pimelea lehmanniana, Pimelea pelinos, Pimelea treyvaudii, Pimelea suteri,

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

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