Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
pusillus
ID:
556277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Man. Bot. San Francisco 14. 1894 [2 Feb 1894]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555609

Common Names

  • Athysanus pusillus
  • Pusillus Athysanus
  • Pusillus Sandwort

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Synonyms

  • Athysanus pusillus glabrior S.Watson [unknown]
  • Thysanocarpus pusillus Hook. [unknown]
  • Thysanocarpus oblongifolius Nutt. [unknown]

Description

Athyana pusillus (also called Pusillus Cedar, among many other common names) is a coniferous tree that is native to Australia. It grows to a height of up to 20 m and has a dense crown of foliage. The leaves are dark green and glossy, and the cones are small and round. It is found in open forests and woodlands, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Athyana pusillus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athysanus pusillus has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athysanus pusillus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. Keep the cutting in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Once established, the plant can be transplanted to its permanent location.

Where to Find Athysanus pusillus

Athysanus pusillus is native to Tasmania and can be found in wet eucalyptus forests and along streams.

Athysanus pusillus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athysanus pusillus?

Athysanus pusillus

What is the common name of Athysanus pusillus?

Dwarf Tas Oak

What is the natural habitat of Athysanus pusillus?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands of Tasmania

Species in the Athysanus genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References