Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
tro
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 26: 345 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283187
Common Names
- Axiflora Rice-flower
- Axiflora Pimelea
- Axiflora Rice-bush
Description
Pimelea axiflora (also called Axiflora Rice-flower, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has small, narrow leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pimelea axiflora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage, and is also used in native gardens and as a groundcover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pimelea axiflora sub. alpina (F.Muell. ex Benth.) Threlfall
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pimelea axiflora is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pimelea axiflora is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1m. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pimelea axiflora
Pimelea axiflora can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Pimelea axiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pimelea axiflora?
Pimelea axiflora
What is the common name of Pimelea axiflora?
Axil-flowered Rice-flower
What is the natural habitat of Pimelea axiflora?
Heathland and sand dunes
Species in the Pimelea genus
Pimelea villosa,
Pimelea traversii,
Pimelea tomentosa,
Pimelea microphylla,
Pimelea prostrata,
Pimelea poppelwellii,
Pimelea longifolia,
Pimelea angulata,
Pimelea lyallii,
Pimelea buxifolia,
Pimelea gnidia,
Pimelea orthia,
Pimelea xenica,
Pimelea carnosa,
Pimelea sporadica,
Pimelea eremitica,
Pimelea acra,
Pimelea ignota,
Pimelea mesoa,
Pimelea dura,
Pimelea notia,
Pimelea declivis,
Pimelea cryptica,
Pimelea nitens,
Pimelea hirta,
Pimelea barbata,
Pimelea mimosa,
Pimelea oreophila,
Pimelea strigosa,
Pimelea elongata,
Pimelea cremnophila,
Pimelea filiformis,
Pimelea aquilonia,
Pimelea interioris,
Pimelea pagophila,
Pimelea spinescens,
Pimelea octophylla,
Pimelea ciliolaris,
Pimelea ammocharis,
Pimelea physodes,
Pimelea neokyrea,
Pimelea rosea,
Pimelea brevistyla,
Pimelea calcicola,
Pimelea ciliata,
Pimelea rara,
Pimelea lehmanniana,
Pimelea pelinos,
Pimelea treyvaudii,
Pimelea suteri,
Species in the Thymelaeaceae family
Aetoxylon sympetalum,
Amyxa pluricornis,
Aquilaria apiculata,
Aquilaria baillonii,
Aquilaria banaense,
Aquilaria beccariana,
Aquilaria brachyantha,
Aquilaria citrinicarpa,
Aquilaria crassna,
Aquilaria cumingiana,
Aquilaria decemcostata,
Aquilaria filaria,
Aquilaria hirta,
Aquilaria khasiana,
Aquilaria microcarpa,
Aquilaria parvifolia,
Aquilaria rostrata,
Aquilaria rugosa,
Aquilaria sinensis,
Aquilaria subintegra,
Aquilaria urdanetensis,
Aquilaria yunnanensis,
Aquilaria malaccensis,
Aquilaria banaensis,
Arnhemia cryptantha,
Atemnosiphon coriaceus,
Craterosiphon beniensis,
Craterosiphon devredii,
Craterosiphon louisii,
Craterosiphon micranthum,
Craterosiphon montanus,
Craterosiphon pseudoscandens,
Craterosiphon quarrei,
Craterosiphon scandens,
Craterosiphon schmitzii,
Craterosiphon soyauxii,
Craterosiphon beniense,
Dais cotinifolia,
Dais glaucescens,
Daphne wolongensis,
Daphne hekouensis,
Daphne acutiloba,
Daphne alpina,
Daphne altaica,
Daphne arbuscula,
Daphne arisanensis,
Daphne aurantiaca,
Daphne axillaris,
Daphne bholua,
Daphne blagayana,