Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
elegans
ID:
558044

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.S.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Contr. Queensland Herb. 6: 6 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557376

Common Names

  • Austromatthaea elegans
  • Elegant Austromatthaea
  • Lace-like Austromatthaea

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Description

Austromatthaea elegans (also called Elegant Austromatthaea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with small, white flowers and small, grey-green leaves. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Austromatthaea elegans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austromatthaea elegans has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and triangular. The seedlings have a globular shape with a diameter of 1-2 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austromatthaea elegans is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant cactus species that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from a mature plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the cutting in a well-draining soil mix and water it lightly. Place the cutting in a warm, sunny location and water it regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Austromatthaea elegans

Austromatthaea elegans can be found in the Caribbean region.

Austromatthaea elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austromatthaea elegans?

Austromatthaea elegans

What is the common name of Austromatthaea elegans?

Elegant Orchid

Where does Austromatthaea elegans grow?

Austromatthaea elegans is found in the southeastern United States, from Florida to Texas.

Species in the Austromatthaea genus

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,

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