Status:
valid
Authors:
R.W.Davis & Jobson
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 272 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338338
Common Names
- Westringia ophioglossa
- Ophioglossum Westringia
- Ophioglossum Coast Rosemary
Description
Westringia ophioglossa (also called Ophioglossa Westringia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is commonly found in heathland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Westringia ophioglossa is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Westringia ophioglossa has white flowers with a yellow center, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have small, grey-green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Westringia ophioglossa is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering.
Where to Find Westringia ophioglossa
Westringia ophioglossa can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Westringia ophioglossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Westringia ophioglossa?
Westringia ophioglossa
What is the family of Westringia ophioglossa?
Lamiaceae
What is the common name of Westringia ophioglossa?
Ophioglossa Westringia
Species in the Westringia genus
Westringia amabilis,
Westringia angustifolia,
Westringia blakeana,
Westringia brevifolia,
Westringia cephalantha,
Westringia cheelii,
Westringia crassifolia,
Westringia cremnophila,
Westringia dampieri,
Westringia davidii,
Westringia discipulorum,
Westringia eremicola,
Westringia fruticosa,
Westringia glabra,
Westringia grandifolia,
Westringia kydrensis,
Westringia longifolia,
Westringia lucida,
Westringia lurida,
Westringia parvifolia,
Westringia rigida,
Westringia rubiifolia,
Westringia rupicola,
Westringia saxatilis,
Westringia senifolia,
Westringia sericea,
Westringia tenuicaulis,
Westringia viminalis,
Westringia acifolia,
Westringia capitonia,
Westringia ophioglossa,
Westringia fitzgeraldensis,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,