Status:
valid
Authors:
K.R.Thiele & G.R.Guerin
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 27: 129 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348061
Common Names
- Tichbon's Hemigenia
- Tichbon's Hemigenia
- Tichbon's Hemigenia
Description
Hemigenia tichbonii (also called Tichbon's Hemigenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It has a dense, rounded canopy and its bark is grey and fibrous. It is native to Western Australia and is found in heathland, shrubland and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hemigenia tichbonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemigenia tichbonii has purple flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemigenia tichbonii is a species of flowering plant in the family Orobanchaceae. It is native to Western Australia. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hemigenia tichbonii
Hemigenia tichbonii can be found in the western United States and Canada, including California, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, British Columbia, and Alberta.
Hemigenia tichbonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemigenia tichbonii?
Hemigenia tichbonii
What is the common name of Hemigenia tichbonii?
Tichbon's Hemigenia
What is the natural habitat of Hemigenia tichbonii?
Heathlands and woodlands
Species in the Hemigenia genus
Hemigenia appressa,
Hemigenia benthamii,
Hemigenia botryphylla,
Hemigenia bracteosa,
Hemigenia buccinata,
Hemigenia ciliata,
Hemigenia dulcis,
Hemigenia pachyphylla,
Hemigenia royceana,
Hemigenia tenelliflora,
Hemigenia tomentosa,
Hemigenia virescens,
Hemigenia wandooana,
Hemigenia argentea,
Hemigenia barbata,
Hemigenia biddulphiana,
Hemigenia brachyphylla,
Hemigenia canescens,
Hemigenia coccinea,
Hemigenia conferta,
Hemigenia cuneifolia,
Hemigenia curvifolia,
Hemigenia dielsii,
Hemigenia diplanthera,
Hemigenia divaricata,
Hemigenia drummondii,
Hemigenia exilis,
Hemigenia glabrescens,
Hemigenia humilis,
Hemigenia incana,
Hemigenia loganiacea,
Hemigenia macphersonii,
Hemigenia macrantha,
Hemigenia microphylla,
Hemigenia obovata,
Hemigenia obtusa,
Hemigenia parviflora,
Hemigenia pedunculata,
Hemigenia pimelifolia,
Hemigenia platyphylla,
Hemigenia podalyrina,
Hemigenia pritzelii,
Hemigenia purpurea,
Hemigenia ramosissima,
Hemigenia rigida,
Hemigenia saligna,
Hemigenia scabra,
Hemigenia sericea,
Hemigenia teretiuscula,
Hemigenia tysonii,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
Greg R. Guerin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.R.Guerin' in the authors string.