Argophyllum vernicosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernicosum
ID:
547804
Status:
valid
Authors:
Däniker
Source:
cmp
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich 76: 165 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000547136
Common Names
- Argophyllum vernicosum
- Varnish Argophyllum
- Varnish Leaf Argophyllum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argophyllum vernicosum (also called 'Silver-leafed Argophyllum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has silvery-green foliage and produces small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Argophyllum vernicosum 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 vernicosum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argophyllum vernicosum 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 vernicosum
Argophyllum vernicosum can be found in the mountains of the western United States and Canada, from Alaska to California and east to Montana.
Argophyllum vernicosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argophyllum vernicosum?
Argophyllum vernicosum
What is the common name of Argophyllum vernicosum?
Varnished Leafy Argophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Argophyllum vernicosum?
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-2650615: Based on the initial data import
Albert Ulrich Däniker (1894-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Däniker' in the authors string.