Athysanus unilateralis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
unilateralis
ID:
556280
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeps.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Calif. : 224 (1901)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555612
Common Names
- Athysanus unilateralis
- Unilateralis Athysanus
- Unilateralis Sandwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Draba unilateralis M.E.Jones [unknown]
- Heterodraba unilateralis Greene [unknown]
Description
Athyana unilateralis (also called Unilateralis 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
Athysanus unilateralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in landscaping and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Athysanus unilateralis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Athysanus unilateralis 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 unilateralis
Athysanus unilateralis is native to Tasmania and can be found in wet eucalyptus forests and along streams.
Athysanus unilateralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Athysanus unilateralis?
Athysanus unilateralis
What is the common name of Athysanus unilateralis?
One-sided Tas Oak
What is the natural habitat of Athysanus unilateralis?
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
Willis Linn Jepson (1867-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeps.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:26170-2: Based on the initial data import