Argophyllum verae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verae
ID:
547803
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 173 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547135
Common Names
- Argophyllum verae
- Vera's Argophyllum
- Vera's Leaf Argophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argophyllum verae (also called Vera's Silver-leaf, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the heather family Ericaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal and Morocco east to the western regions of Turkey. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 5–10 m tall, with white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Argophyllum verae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argophyllum verae is white and has a long tubular structure. The seed is a black, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.
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Argophyllum verae is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has small, leathery, elliptic leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Australia and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Argophyllum verae
Argophyllum verae can be found in the mountains of the western United States and Canada, from Alaska to California and east to Montana.
Argophyllum verae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argophyllum verae?
Argophyllum verae
What is the common name of Argophyllum verae?
Vera's Leafy Argophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Argophyllum verae?
Dry, open areas, such as roadsides and disturbed sites
Species in the Argophyllum genus
Argophyllum acinetochromum, Argophyllum brevipetalum, Argophyllum brevistylum, Argophyllum cryptophlebum, Argophyllum ellipticum, Argophyllum grunowii, Argophyllum latifolium, Argophyllum laxum, Argophyllum lejourdanii, Argophyllum montanum, Argophyllum nitidum, Argophyllum nullumense, Argophyllum schlechterianum, Argophyllum verae, Argophyllum vernicosum,
Species in the Argophyllaceae family
Argophyllum acinetochromum, Argophyllum brevipetalum, Argophyllum brevistylum, Argophyllum cryptophlebum, Argophyllum ellipticum, Argophyllum grunowii, Argophyllum latifolium, Argophyllum laxum, Argophyllum lejourdanii, Argophyllum montanum, Argophyllum nitidum, Argophyllum nullumense, Argophyllum schlechterianum, Argophyllum verae, Argophyllum vernicosum, Corokia buddleioides, Corokia carpodetoides, Corokia collenettei, Corokia cotoneaster, Corokia macrocarpa, Corokia virgata, Corokia whiteana,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2650614: Based on the initial data import
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.