Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
476263

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Druce

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 4: 639 (1916 publ. 1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475595



Common Names

  • Pimelea tomentosa
  • Tomentose Pimelea
  • Pimelea Tomentose


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Synonyms

  • Pimelea virgata Vahl [unknown]
  • Pimelea axillaris Banks & Sol. ex Wikstr. [unknown]
  • Pimelea dichotoma Colenso [unknown]
  • Banksia pilosa G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Banksia tomentosa J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [unknown]
  • Cookia pilosa J.F.Gmel. [unknown]

Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pimelea tomentosa has small, white flowers with black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimelea tomentosa is a perennial herb that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a cold frame or in the garden.

Where to Find Pimelea tomentosa

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

Pimelea tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimelea tomentosa?

Pimelea tomentosa

What is the common name of Pimelea tomentosa?

Tomentose Rice-flower

What is the natural habitat of Pimelea tomentosa?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2551216: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.