Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
1057466

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eckl. & Zeyh.

Source:
tro

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Afric. Austral.: 155 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001056804

Common Names

  • Podalyria amoena
  • Pink Butterfly Bush
  • Butterfly Bush

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Uses & Benefits

Podalyria amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used in furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: pink, star-shaped with five petals. Seed: small, dark brown. Seedlings: thin, upright stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podalyria amoena is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy to USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Podalyria amoena

Podalyria amoena can be found in the Cape Provinces of South Africa.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Ecklon (1795-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eckl.' in the authors string.