Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
600789

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 97 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000600121

Common Names

  • Cheiranthera brevifolia
  • Short-Leaved Cheiranthera
  • Short-Leaved Cheiranthera

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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthera filifolia brevifolia (F.Muell.) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Cheiranthera brevifolia (also called Short-leaved Spider-flower, among many other common names) is a shrub of the family Goodeniaceae, native to Australia. It has small, white flowers with five petals and long, thin leaves. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and coastal heaths.

Uses & Benefits

Cheiranthera brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cheiranthera brevifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cheiranthera brevifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to China and is found in dry forests and woodlands. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings of healthy, non-flowering shoots.

Where to Find Cheiranthera brevifolia

Cheiranthera brevifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Cheiranthera brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cheiranthera brevifolia?

Cheiranthera brevifolia

What is the common name of Cheiranthera brevifolia?

Short-Leaved Rock Fern

What type of environment does Cheiranthera brevifolia prefer?

Cheiranthera brevifolia prefers moist, shady environments.

Species in the Pittosporaceae family

Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,

References