Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brevipes
ID:
302396

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 41 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301728

Common Names

  • Austrobuxus brevipes
  • Brevipes Austrobuxus
  • Brevipes Buxus

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Description

Austrobuxus brevipes (also called Short-leaved boxwood, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 2 meters in height and has small, leathery leaves. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, as well as in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Austrobuxus brevipes is an ornamental plant and is often used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and produces attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Austrobuxus brevipes has small, white flowers. Seed: The seed of Austrobuxus brevipes is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Austrobuxus brevipes are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrobuxus brevipes is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow in spring or early summer. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings in late summer or early fall and root in a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Austrobuxus brevipes

Austrobuxus brevipes can be found in New Guinea.

Austrobuxus brevipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus brevipes?

Austrobuxus brevipes

What is the common name of Austrobuxus brevipes?

Short-stalked Box

What is the bloom time of Austrobuxus brevipes?

Late Spring to Early Summer

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References