Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
fascicularis
ID:
654716

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1776

Citation Micro:
Char. Gen. Pl. : 10 (1776)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000654048

Common Names

  • Donatia Fascicularis
  • Fascicularis Donatia
  • Fascicularis's Donatia

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Synonyms

  • Donatia magellanica Lam. [unknown]
  • Polycarpon magellanicum L.f. [unknown]

Description

Donatia fascicularis (also called Slender Donatia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves. It is native to New Zealand and is found in wet, coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Donatia fascicularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Donatia fascicularis are white or pink and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Donatia fascicularis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Donatia fascicularis

Donatia fascicularis can be found in New Zealand, growing in open forests and shrublands.

Donatia fascicularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Donatia fascicularis?

Donatia fascicularis

What is the common name of Donatia fascicularis?

Fringed New Zealand Orchid

What type of plant is Donatia fascicularis?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Donatia genus

Species in the Stylidiaceae family

Donatia fascicularis, Donatia novae-zelandiae, Forstera bellidifolia, Forstera bidwillii, Forstera mackayi, Forstera sedifolia, Forstera tenella, Forstera cristis, Forstera purpurata, Levenhookia leptantha, Levenhookia stipitata, Levenhookia sonderi, Levenhookia pusilla, Levenhookia pulcherrima, Levenhookia octomaculata, Levenhookia dubia, Levenhookia chippendalei, Levenhookia pauciflora, Levenhookia preissii, Oreostylidium subulatum, Phyllachne clavigera, Phyllachne colensoi, Phyllachne rubra, Phyllachne uliginosa, Stylidium adpressum, Stylidium aeonioides, Stylidium affine, Stylidium longissimum, Stylidium longitubum, Stylidium lowrieanum, Stylidium luteum, Stylidium macranthum, Stylidium maitlandianum, Stylidium maritimum, Stylidium megacarpum, Stylidium lobuliflorum, Stylidium marradongense, Stylidium simulans, Stylidium longicornu, Stylidium soboliferum, Stylidium spathulatum, Stylidium limbatum, Stylidium lineare, Stylidium lineatum, Stylidium crossocephalum, Stylidium clarksonii, Stylidium claytonioides, Stylidium confertum, Stylidium confluens, Stylidium cordifolium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2775285: Based on the initial data import
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.