Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 199 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442365
Common Names
- Lomatia Tinctoria
- Tinctoria Lomatia
- Tinctoria's Lomatia
Synonyms
- Embothrium tinctorium Labill. [unknown]
Description
Lomatia tinctoria (also called Dye Bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lomatia tinctoria is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lomatia tinctoria is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lomatia tinctoria is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in summer.
Where to Find Lomatia tinctoria
Lomatia tinctoria is native to Australia and can be found in wetter areas of the country.
Lomatia tinctoria FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lomatia tinctoria?
Lomatia tinctoria
What is the common name of Lomatia tinctoria?
Dye Bush
What is the natural habitat of Lomatia tinctoria?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forest in eastern Australia.
Species in the Lomatia genus
Lomatia tinctoria,
Lomatia tasmanica,
Lomatia polymorpha,
Lomatia ilicifolia,
Lomatia hirsuta,
Lomatia fraseri,
Lomatia dentata,
Lomatia myricoides,
Lomatia arborescens,
Lomatia ferruginea,
Lomatia silaifolia,
Species in the Proteaceae family
Acidonia microcarpa,
Adenanthos acanthophyllus,
Adenanthos apiculatus,
Adenanthos argyreus,
Adenanthos barbigerus,
Adenanthos cacomorphus,
Adenanthos cuneatus,
Adenanthos cunninghamii,
Adenanthos cygnorum,
Adenanthos detmoldii,
Adenanthos dobagii,
Adenanthos dobsonii,
Adenanthos drummondii,
Adenanthos ellipticus,
Adenanthos eyrei,
Adenanthos filifolius,
Adenanthos flavidiflorus,
Adenanthos forrestii,
Adenanthos glabrescens,
Adenanthos gracilipes,
Adenanthos ileticos,
Adenanthos intermedius,
Adenanthos intricatus,
Adenanthos labillardierei,
Adenanthos linearis,
Adenanthos macropodianus,
Adenanthos meisneri,
Adenanthos obovatus,
Adenanthos oreophilus,
Adenanthos pamelus,
Adenanthos pungens,
Adenanthos sericeus,
Adenanthos strictus,
Adenanthos teges,
Adenanthos terminalis,
Adenanthos velutinus,
Adenanthos venosus,
Agastachys odorata,
Alloxylon brachycarpum,
Alloxylon flammeum,
Alloxylon pinnatum,
Alloxylon wickhamii,
Athertonia diversifolia,
Aulax cancellata,
Aulax pallasia,
Aulax umbellata,
Austromuellera trinervia,
Austromuellera valida,
Banksia acanthopoda,
Banksia acuminata,