Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oreocena
ID:
745697

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.Armstr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 15: 414 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745030

Common Names

  • Zieria Oreocena
  • Mountain Zieria
  • Alpine Zieria

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Description

Zieria oreocena (also called Mountain Zieria, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is typically found in grasslands and prefers sunny, dry environments.

Uses & Benefits

Zieria oreocena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and also as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zieria oreocena has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zieria oreocena is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Zieria oreocena

Zieria oreocena is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Zieria oreocena FAQ

What is the common name of Zieria oreocena?

Oreocena zieria

What is the optimal temperature for Zieria oreocena?

65-75 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the optimal soil pH for Zieria oreocena?

6.1 - 7.8

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,