Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Schmid
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 34: 293 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334698
Common Names
- Tapeinosperma veillonii
- Veillon's Tapeinosperma
- Veillon's Tapeinosperma
Description
Tapeinosperma veillonii (also called 'Veillon's Tapeinosperma', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has a spread of 1-2 feet. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Tapeinosperma veillonii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tapeinosperma veillonii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tapeinosperma veillonii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 12 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Tapeinosperma veillonii
Tapeinosperma veillonii is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Tapeinosperma veillonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma veillonii?
Tapeinosperma veillonii
What is the common name of Tapeinosperma veillonii?
Veillon's Tapeinosperma
What is the family of Tapeinosperma veillonii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Tapeinosperma genus
Tapeinosperma acutangulum,
Tapeinosperma canalense,
Tapeinosperma campanula,
Tapeinosperma borneense,
Tapeinosperma babucense,
Tapeinosperma aragoense,
Tapeinosperma ampliflorum,
Tapeinosperma amplexicaule,
Tapeinosperma alatum,
Tapeinosperma chloranthum,
Tapeinosperma amosense,
Tapeinosperma capitatum,
Tapeinosperma robustum,
Tapeinosperma pulchellum,
Tapeinosperma psaladense,
Tapeinosperma rubriscapum,
Tapeinosperma pauciflorum,
Tapeinosperma pancheri,
Tapeinosperma pachycaulum,
Tapeinosperma oblongifolium,
Tapeinosperma nitidum,
Tapeinosperma netor,
Tapeinosperma nectandroides,
Tapeinosperma multipunctatum,
Tapeinosperma wagapense,
Tapeinosperma rubidum,
Tapeinosperma whitei,
Tapeinosperma ligulifolium,
Tapeinosperma vieillardii,
Tapeinosperma vestitum,
Tapeinosperma tenue,
Tapeinosperma squarrosum,
Tapeinosperma sessilifolium,
Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum,
Tapeinosperma schlechteri,
Tapeinosperma commutatum,
Tapeinosperma colnettianum,
Tapeinosperma clethroides,
Tapeinosperma clavatum,
Tapeinosperma minutum,
Tapeinosperma cuspidatum,
Tapeinosperma grandiflorum,
Tapeinosperma lenormandii,
Tapeinosperma lecardii,
Tapeinosperma laurifolium,
Tapeinosperma laeve,
Tapeinosperma koghiense,
Tapeinosperma kajewskii,
Tapeinosperma greenwoodii,
Tapeinosperma cristobalense,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,