Status:
valid
Authors:
Colenso
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 22: 484 (1889 publ. 1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475610
Common Names
- Pimelea microphylla
- Small-Leaved Pimelea
- Pimelea Small-Leaved
Synonyms
- Pimelea polycephala Colenso [unknown]
- Pimelea laevigata alpina Cheeseman [unknown]
- Pimelea prostrata alpina (Cheeseman) Allan [unknown]
Description
Pimelea microphylla (also called small-leaved pimelea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Thymelaeaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with opposite leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. It is native to Australia, and is found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Pimelea microphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pimelea microphylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pimelea microphylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers full sun to partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock.
Where to Find Pimelea microphylla
Pimelea microphylla is native to Australia and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Pimelea microphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pimelea microphylla?
Pimelea microphylla
What is the common name of Pimelea microphylla?
Small-leaved Rice-flower
What is the natural habitat of Pimelea microphylla?
Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands
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,