Woollsia pungens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cav.) F.Muell.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8: 55 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427781
Common Names
- Woollsia pungens
- Pungent Woollsia
- Woollsia pungens
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- Lysinema pungens (Cav.) R.Br. [valid]
- Lysinema ruscifolium Sieber ex Spreng. [valid]
- Lysinema sieberi Benth. [valid]
- Lysinema roseum Courtois [valid]
- Epacris attenuata Lodd. [valid]
- Epacris odorata Sm. ex Roem. & Schult. [valid]
- Epacris pungens Cav. [valid]
- Epacris rosea Lodd. [valid]
Description
Woollsia pungens (also called pungent woollsia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has an upright growth habit and a trunk with a diameter of up to 15 cm. It grows in tropical dry forests, in the understory of the forest, and in the shrub layer of the forest.
Uses & Benefits
Woollsia pungens is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the summer and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, providing privacy and protection from wind and sun.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Woollsia pungens has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Woollsia pungens is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location and is drought-tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Woollsia pungens
Woollsia pungens can be found in the temperate forests of Australia.
Woollsia pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Woollsia pungens?
Woollsia pungens
What is the common name of Woollsia pungens?
Pungent Woollsia
What is the natural habitat of Woollsia pungens?
Tropical rainforests of Australia
Species in the Woollsia genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.