Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
sericea
ID:
334940

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Boivin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 60: 108 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334272

Common Names

  • Sericea Westringia
  • Sericea Myrtle
  • Silky Westringia

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Description

Westringia sericea (also called Sericea Westringia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single trunk. It is native to Australia and grows in dry sclerophyll forest, heathland and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Westringia sericea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used in gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Westringia sericea is a white to pale blue, five-petalled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Westringia sericea is a hardy, evergreen shrub that is native to Australia. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Westringia sericea

Westringia sericea is native to Australia.

Westringia sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Westringia sericea?

Westringia sericea

What is the common name of Westringia sericea?

Silky Westringia

What is the natural habitat of Westringia sericea?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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,

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