Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
511351

Status:
valid

Authors:
Duretto & P.I.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 531 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510683

Common Names

  • Zieria tenuis
  • Scrub Zieria
  • Tenuis Zieria

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Description

Zieria tenuis (also called Slender Zieria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It has small, fragrant, white flowers, and is native to New South Wales and Queensland in Australia. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Zieria tenuis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zieria tenuis are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zieria tenuis is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. 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 propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Zieria tenuis

Zieria tenuis is native to Australia and can be found in dry, open habitats.

Zieria tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zieria tenuis?

Zieria tenuis

What is the common name of Zieria tenuis?

Slender Zieria

What is the natural habitat of Zieria tenuis?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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,

References

Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
Marco F. Duretto (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Duretto' in the authors string.