Cheilotheca malayana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malayana
ID:
600784
Status:
valid
Authors:
Scort. ex Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 16: t. 1564 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000600116
Common Names
- Cheilotheca malayana
- Malayan Cheilotheca
- Malayan Cheilotheca
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- Andresia malayana (Scort. ex Hook.f.) Sleumer [valid]
- Wirtgenia malayana (Scort. ex Hook.f.) Andres [invalid]
Description
Cheilotheca malayana (also called Malayan Spider-flower, among many other common names) is a shrub of the family Goodeniaceae, native to Australia. It has small, white flowers with five petals and long, thin leaves. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and coastal heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Cheilotheca malayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cheilotheca malayana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
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Cheilotheca malayana is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to Malaysia and is found in dry forests and woodlands. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings of healthy, non-flowering shoots.
Where to Find Cheilotheca malayana
Cheilotheca malayana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Cheilotheca malayana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cheilotheca malayana?
Cheilotheca malayana
What is the common name of Cheilotheca malayana?
Malayan Rock Fern
What type of environment does Cheilotheca malayana prefer?
Cheilotheca malayana prefers moist, shady environments.
Species in the Cheilotheca genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Benedetto Scortechini (1845-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scort.' in the authors string.