Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
virgata
ID:
472846

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.G.Walsh

Source:
ksu

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 6: 431 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472178

Common Names

  • Virgate Pomaderris
  • Pomaderris virgata
  • Virgate Pomaderris Shrub

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Description

Pomaderris virgata (also called Twiggy Pomaderris, among many other common names) is a small shrub, typically growing up to 2 m high. It is native to Australia and is found in coastal areas and near rivers, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Pomaderris virgata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its timber is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pomaderris virgata are small, yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pomaderris virgata is a hardy shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pomaderris virgata

Pomaderris virgata is found in the coastal areas of New South Wales and Victoria.

Pomaderris virgata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pomaderris virgata?

Pomaderris virgata

What is the natural habitat of Pomaderris virgata?

It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in Australia.

What is the blooming season of Pomaderris virgata?

It blooms in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Pomaderris genus

Pomaderris phylicifolia, Pomaderris argyrophylla, Pomaderris aspera, Pomaderris aurea, Pomaderris betulina, Pomaderris apetala, Pomaderris bodalla, Pomaderris eriocephala, Pomaderris delicata, Pomaderris edgerleyi, Pomaderris elachophylla, Pomaderris elliptica, Pomaderris costata, Pomaderris flabellaris, Pomaderris clivicola, Pomaderris brevifolia, Pomaderris brogoensis, Pomaderris brunnea, Pomaderris canescens, Pomaderris crassifolia, Pomaderris cinerea, Pomaderris cotoneaster, Pomaderris cocoparrana, Pomaderris coomingalensis, Pomaderris walshii, Pomaderris wendlandiana, Pomaderris velutina, Pomaderris adnata, Pomaderris sieberiana, Pomaderris subcapitata, Pomaderris subplicata, Pomaderris rugosa, Pomaderris tropica, Pomaderris vacciniifolia, Pomaderris vellea, Pomaderris sericea, Pomaderris prunifolia, Pomaderris queenslandica, Pomaderris racemosa, Pomaderris reperta, Pomaderris rotundifolia, Pomaderris graniticola, Pomaderris halmaturina, Pomaderris hamiltonii, Pomaderris helianthemifolia, Pomaderris humilis, Pomaderris ligustrina, Pomaderris ledifolia, Pomaderris virgata, Pomaderris affinis,

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,