Eutaxia myrtifolia

Eutaxia myrtifolia is shrub species in the family Fabaceae. It is endemic to Western Australia. Plants may be prostrate or up to 2 metres high. Yellow and red flowers are produced throughout the year in the species' native range.[1] It occurs in woodland, shrubland and heath in the coastal region between Cape Naturaliste and Cape Arid.[2]

Eutaxia myrtifolia
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Fabales
Family: Fabaceae
Subfamily: Faboideae
Genus: Eutaxia
Species:
E. myrtifolia
Binomial name
Eutaxia myrtifolia
Synonyms
  • Dillwynia myrtifolia Sm.
  • Dillwynia obovata Labill.
  • Eutaxia obovata C.A.Gardner
  • Eutaxia obovata (Labill.) C.A.Gardner nom. illeg.
  • Eutaxia baxteri Knowles & Westc.

The species has a reputation as a reliable shrub in cultivation where it has usually been known by the names of Dillwynia obovata or Eutaxia obovata.[2][3] It is well suited to being grown in rockeries, containers, or other situations providing good drainage. It is resistant to mild frosts and can be grown in coastal areas, with some protection. Pruning after flowering promotes more compact growth.[3] Cultivated plants usually range between 0.75 and 1 metre high, and slightly less in width.[4] Plants may be propagated from cuttings or scarified seed.[4]

References
  1. "Eutaxia myrtifolia". FloraBase. Western Australian Government Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
  2. Wilkins, C.F.; J.A. Chappill; G.R. Henderson (2010). "An account of Eutaxia (Leguminosae: Mirbelieae) with a focus on the Western Australian species" (PDF). Nuytsia (20): 40–42. ISSN 0085-4417.
  3. Greig, D. (1987). The Australian Gardener's Wildflower Catalogue. Australia: Angus & Robertson. ISBN 978-0207154607.
  4. Seale, Allan (1988). Garden Companion to Australian Native Plants. Australia: Reed Books. ISBN 978-0730101871.


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