Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
eugeniifolius
ID:
302501

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

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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.

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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 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18342: Based on the initial data import
André Guillaumin (1885-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guillaumin' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.