Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
476382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol. ex Wikstr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 1818: 280 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475714

Common Names

  • Pimelea longifolia
  • Longifolia Pimelea
  • Pimelea Longifolia

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Synonyms

  • Passerina longifolia Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Pimelea longifolia (also called Long-leaved Rice-flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers that grow in clusters. It is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Pimelea longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pimelea longifolia is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pimelea longifolia is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment with plenty of light and moist soil. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pimelea longifolia

Pimelea longifolia is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Pimelea longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pimelea longifolia?

Pimelea longifolia

What is the common name of Pimelea longifolia?

Long-leaved Pimelea

What is the natural habitat of Pimelea longifolia?

Tropical rainforests of Australia

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2551439: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.
Johan Emanuel Wikström (1789-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wikstr.' in the authors string.