Status:
valid
Authors:
Blakely
Source:
cmp
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 1: 123 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429426
Common Names
- Adenophora Zieria
- Zieria Adenophora
- Zieria Adenophora
Description
Zieria adenophora (also called Furry-Leaved Zieria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It is a member of the Rutaceae family and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has small, white flowers with four petals and is found in coastal and sub-coastal areas of New South Wales and Queensland.
Uses & Benefits
Zieria adenophora is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a flavoring agent and as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zieria adenophora has small white flowers with four petals and a prominent central stamen. The flowers are followed by small, round, green seed capsules which contain small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval leaves with serrated edges.
Cultivation and Propagation
Zieria adenophora is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It grows to a height of 1-2m and a spread of 1-2m. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Zieria adenophora
Zieria adenophora can be found in Australia.
Zieria adenophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zieria adenophora?
Zieria adenophora
What is the common name of Zieria adenophora?
Adenophora Zieria
Where does Zieria adenophora grow?
Zieria adenophora is native to Australia and grows in coastal areas.
Species in the Zieria genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,