Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.M.Black) J.M.Black
Source:
iplants
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. South Australia 61: 248 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779397
Common Names
- Doratoxylon Pandorea
- Pandorea Vine
- Bower Vine
Description
Pandorea doratoxylon (also called Doratoxylon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a woody climber, typically growing to a height of 8–10 m. It is native to Australia, and is found in habitats such as moist lowland forests and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pandorea doratoxylon is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and can be used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pandorea doratoxylon is a white or pale yellow colour, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pandorea doratoxylon can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with the same mix. Keep the seedlings moist and in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone. Plant the cuttings in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist.
Where to Find Pandorea doratoxylon
Pandorea doratoxylon is native to Australia.
Pandorea doratoxylon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pandorea doratoxylon?
Pandorea doratoxylon
What is the common name of Pandorea doratoxylon?
Bower of Beauty
What is the natural habitat of Pandorea doratoxylon?
Rainforest margins in eastern Australia
Species in the Pandorea genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110205-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].