Status:
valid
Authors:
Jack
Source:
cmp
Year:
1820
Citation Micro:
Malayan Misc. 1(5): 18 (1820)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683577
Common Names
- Euthemis minor
- Minor Euthemis
- Minor
Synonyms
- Euthemis ciliata H.Pearson [unknown]
- Euthemis engleri Gilg [unknown]
- Euthemis hackenbergii Diels [unknown]
- Euthemis obtusifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Euthemis minor (also called Dwarf Euthemis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem with a few branches. The flowers are usually white or yellow and have five petals. It grows in dry woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Euthemis minor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever and reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euthemis minor is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euthemis minor is a perennial plant that is grown from seeds. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Euthemis minor
Euthemis minor can be found in parts of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.
Euthemis minor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euthemis minor?
Euthemis minor
What is the family of Euthemis minor?
Asteraceae
What is the habitat of Euthemis minor?
Grasslands and meadows
Species in the Euthemis genus
Species in the Ochnaceae family