Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strigosa
ID:
836536

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toelken & G.F.Craig

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 17: 394 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835871

Common Names

  • Kunzea strigosa
  • Strigosa Kunzea
  • Strigose Kunzea

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Description

Kunzea strigosa (also called Bristly Kunzea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub found in Australia. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate to narrowly elliptic. It is native to Western Australia and is found in forests, thickets, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Kunzea strigosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kunzea strigosa has flowers that are white in color with a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kunzea strigosa is a fast-growing shrub that can reach heights of up to 3m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best achieved through cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and placed in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a sheltered spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Kunzea strigosa

Kunzea strigosa is native to Australia.

Kunzea strigosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kunzea strigosa?

Kunzea strigosa

What is the common name of Kunzea strigosa?

Strigose Kunzea

What is the natural habitat of Kunzea strigosa?

Kunzea strigosa is native to Australia.

Species in the Kunzea genus

Kunzea acuminata, Kunzea affinis, Kunzea ambigua, Kunzea baxteri, Kunzea bracteolata, Kunzea calida, Kunzea cambagei, Kunzea capitata, Kunzea ciliata, Kunzea cincinnata, Kunzea clavata, Kunzea ericifolia, Kunzea ericoides, Kunzea eriocalyx, Kunzea flavescens, Kunzea glabrescens, Kunzea graniticola, Kunzea jucunda, Kunzea micrantha, Kunzea micromera, Kunzea montana, Kunzea muelleri, Kunzea newbeyi, Kunzea obovata, Kunzea opposita, Kunzea parvifolia, Kunzea pauciflora, Kunzea peduncularis, Kunzea phylicioides, Kunzea pomifera, Kunzea praestans, Kunzea preissiana, Kunzea pulchella, Kunzea recurva, Kunzea rosea, Kunzea rostrata, Kunzea rupestris, Kunzea similis, Kunzea sinclairii, Kunzea spathulata, Kunzea squarrosa, Kunzea sulphurea, Kunzea acicularis, Kunzea strigosa, Kunzea salina, Kunzea serotina, Kunzea salterae, Kunzea toelkenii, Kunzea amathicola, Kunzea triregensis,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-373132: Based on the initial data import
Hellmut R. Toelken (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toelken' in the authors string.
Gillian F. Craig: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.F.Craig' in the authors string.