Austrobuxus mandjelicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mandjelicus
ID:
302565
Status:
valid
Authors:
McPherson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 6: 462 (1984 publ. 1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301897
Common Names
- Mandjelicus Boxwood
- Mandjelicus Buxus
- Mandjelicus Austrobuxus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Austrobuxus megacarpus (also called Megacarpus boxwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in areas with partial shade exposure.
Uses & Benefits
Austrobuxus mandjelicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil. It is also used as a culinary herb and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Austrobuxus mandjelicus has small pink flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Austrobuxus mandjelicus can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Austrobuxus mandjelicus
Austrobuxus mandjelicus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Austrobuxus mandjelicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus mandjelicus?
Austrobuxus mandjelicus
What is the common name of Austrobuxus mandjelicus?
Mandjelic Boxwood
What is the natural habitat of Austrobuxus mandjelicus?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky soils.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18348: Based on the initial data import
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.