Status:
valid
Authors:
(Paul G.Wilson) P.I.Forst.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 7: 177 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000476875
Common Names
- Philotheca Epilosa
- Hairy Philotheca
- Hairy Waxflower
Synonyms
- Eriostemon myoporoides epilosus Paul G.Wilson [unknown]
Description
Philotheca epilosa (also called Common Waxflower, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. The leaves are narrow and linear, and the flowers are white or pink in color.
Uses & Benefits
Philotheca epilosa is a popular ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Philotheca epilosa has a yellow flower with white and pink stripes and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Philotheca epilosa is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Philotheca epilosa
Philotheca epilosa can be found in the southeastern Australia, including New South Wales and Victoria.
Philotheca epilosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Philotheca epilosa?
Philotheca epilosa
What is the common name of Philotheca epilosa?
Hairy Philotheca
What is the natural habitat of Philotheca epilosa?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Philotheca genus
Philotheca falcata,
Philotheca freyciana,
Philotheca glasshousiensis,
Philotheca epilosa,
Philotheca conduplicata,
Philotheca queenslandica,
Philotheca obovatifolia,
Philotheca papillata,
Philotheca myoporoides,
Philotheca acrolopha,
Philotheca angustifolia,
Philotheca apiculata,
Philotheca brevifolia,
Philotheca basistyla,
Philotheca ciliata,
Philotheca citrina,
Philotheca coateana,
Philotheca coccinea,
Philotheca cuticularis,
Philotheca cymbiformis,
Philotheca deserti,
Philotheca difformis,
Philotheca eremicola,
Philotheca ericifolia,
Philotheca gardneri,
Philotheca glabra,
Philotheca kalbarriensis,
Philotheca langei,
Philotheca linearis,
Philotheca nutans,
Philotheca pachyphylla,
Philotheca reichenbachii,
Philotheca rhomboidea,
Philotheca salsolifolia,
Philotheca sericea,
Philotheca sporadica,
Philotheca thryptomenoides,
Philotheca tomentella,
Philotheca tubiflora,
Philotheca wonganensis,
Philotheca brucei,
Philotheca buxifolia,
Philotheca hispidula,
Philotheca obovalis,
Philotheca scabra,
Philotheca trachyphylla,
Philotheca verrucosa,
Philotheca virgata,
Philotheca fitzgeraldii,
Philotheca pinoides,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,