Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baill.) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 507 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301761
Common Names
- Clusia Boxwood
- Australian Boxwood
- Austrobuxus Clusiaceus
Synonyms
- Longetia clusiacea (Baill.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
- Buraeavia clusiaceus Baill. [unknown]
Description
Austrobuxus clusiaceus (also called Clustered 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 clusiaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a culinary herb to flavor dishes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Austrobuxus clusiaceus has small yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Austrobuxus clusiaceus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape and can be propagated from cuttings taken in late summer or autumn.
Where to Find Austrobuxus clusiaceus
Austrobuxus clusiaceus can be found in New Guinea.
Austrobuxus clusiaceus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus clusiaceus?
Austrobuxus clusiaceus
What type of plant is Austrobuxus clusiaceus?
Evergreen shrub
Where is Austrobuxus clusiaceus native to?
Australia
Species in the Austrobuxus genus
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,
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,