Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
alternifolia
ID:
717264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 30: 215 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716597

Common Names

  • Hedycarya Alternifolia
  • Alternate-leaved Hedycarya
  • Alternate-leaved Hedycary

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Description

Hedycarya alternifolia (also called Alternate-leaved hedycarya, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its alternate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hedycarya alternifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedycarya alternifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedycarya alternifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a partially shaded location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Cut back stems in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Hedycarya alternifolia

Hedycarya alternifolia is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Hedycarya alternifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedycarya alternifolia?

Hedycarya alternifolia

What is the common name of Hedycarya alternifolia?

Alternate-leaved Hedycarya

What is the natural habitat of Hedycarya alternifolia?

Dry grasslands and rocky hillsides

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,