Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridis
ID:
500184

Status:
valid

Authors:
Andrews

Source:
ksu

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Bot. Repos. 5: t. 312 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499516

Common Names

  • Styphelia Viridis
  • Green Myrtle
  • Green Lemon Myrtle

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia viridiflora R.Br. [valid]

Description

Styphelia viridis (also called Styphelia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas of forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Styphelia viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Styphelia viridis sub. breviflora (Benth.) J.M.Powell

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Styphelia viridis is small and yellow. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Styphelia viridis can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Styphelia viridis

Styphelia viridis can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Styphelia viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Styphelia viridis?

Styphelia viridis

What are the uses of Styphelia viridis?

Styphelia viridis is used for medicinal purposes.

What is the distribution of Styphelia viridis?

Styphelia viridis is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Species in the Styphelia genus

Styphelia abnormis, Styphelia acervata, Styphelia acuminata, Styphelia adscendens, Styphelia allittii, Styphelia appressa, Styphelia ascendens, Styphelia attenuata, Styphelia balansae, Styphelia biflora, Styphelia blepharolepis, Styphelia brevicuspis, Styphelia breviflora, Styphelia candolleana, Styphelia carstensensis, Styphelia chlorantha, Styphelia ciliata, Styphelia clelandii, Styphelia coelophylla, Styphelia compacta, Styphelia conantha, Styphelia concinna, Styphelia conferta, Styphelia conostephoides, Styphelia cordata, Styphelia cordifolia, Styphelia corynocarpa, Styphelia coryphila, Styphelia crassiflora, Styphelia crassifolia, Styphelia cuspidata, Styphelia cymbiformis, Styphelia cymbulae, Styphelia dammarifolia, Styphelia deformis, Styphelia dielsiana, Styphelia discolor, Styphelia douglasii, Styphelia dura, Styphelia enervia, Styphelia epacridis, Styphelia epacrioides, Styphelia erectifolia, Styphelia ericifolia, Styphelia ericoides, Styphelia erubescens, Styphelia esquamata, Styphelia exarrhena, Styphelia exolasia, Styphelia exserta,

Species in the Ericaceae family