Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guillaumin) Airy Shaw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 29: 308 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301833
Common Names
- Eugenia-leaved Boxwood
- Eugeniifolius Boxwood
- Austrobuxus Eugeniifolius
Synonyms
- Longetia eugeniifolia Guillaumin [unknown]
Description
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius (also called Eugenia-Leaved Boxwood, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has small, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for hedging and topiary.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius has white flowers with a yellow center and small seed pods. The seedlings are small and delicate with light green leaves. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer or by seed in spring.
Where to Find Austrobuxus eugeniifolius
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Victoria and New South Wales.
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus eugeniifolius?
Austrobuxus eugeniifolius
What is the common name of Austrobuxus eugeniifolius?
Eugenia-Leaved Box
What type of plant is Austrobuxus eugeniifolius?
Evergreen Shrub
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,