Austrosteenisia mollitricha - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollitricha
ID:
558056
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.J.Dixon
Source:
ksufab
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya5: 87 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557388
Common Names
- Austrosteenisia mollitricha
- Soft-haired Austrosteenisia
- Woolly Austrosteenisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Austrosteenisia mollitricha (also called Soft-haired Austrosteenisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rutaceae family. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as steppe and desert scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Austrosteenisia mollitricha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak and shelterbelt plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Austrosteenisia mollitricha has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, brown and triangular. The seedlings have a globular shape with a diameter of 1-2 cm.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Austrosteenisia mollitricha is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to part shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering.
Where to Find Austrosteenisia mollitricha
Austrosteenisia mollitricha is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy soils. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.
Austrosteenisia mollitricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrosteenisia mollitricha?
Austrosteenisia mollitricha
What type of plant is Austrosteenisia mollitricha?
It is a shrub
Where is Austrosteenisia mollitricha native to?
It is native to South America
Species in the Austrosteenisia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Dale J. Dixon: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Dixon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:999025-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Austrosteenisia mollitricha D.J.Dixon: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.