Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
swainii
ID:
302728

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Beuzev. & C.T.White) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 508 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000302060

Common Names

  • Swainii
  • Swain's Buxus
  • Swain's Boxwood

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Synonyms

  • Longetia swainii Beuzev. & C.T.White [unknown]

Description

Austrobuxus swainii (also called Swain's Boxwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are small and oval-shaped. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and can be found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Austrobuxus swainii is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Austrobuxus swainii flower is orange and tubular, with four petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Austrobuxus swainii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings are not always true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Austrobuxus swainii

Austrobuxus swainii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Austrobuxus swainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus swainii?

Austrobuxus swainii

What is the common name of Austrobuxus swainii?

Swainson's Box

What is the natural habitat of Austrobuxus swainii?

Dry, rocky slopes in the southeastern United States

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-18363: Based on the initial data import
Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Wilfred Alexander Watt de Beuzeville (1884-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beuzev.' in the authors string.