Genus Overview

Buckinghamia

Buckinghamia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Proteaceae, native to Australia. Some known species include:

  • Buckinghamia celastroides
  • Buckinghamia populnea

Acacia

Acacia is a large genus in the family Fabaceae, native to Australia and surrounding regions. Significant species include:

  • Acacia pycnantha (Golden Wattle)
  • Acacia dealbata (Silver Wattle)

Grevillea

Grevillea is a genus of about 360 species of flowering plants in the family Proteaceae. Examples include:

  • Grevillea robusta (Silky Oak)
  • Grevillea banksii (Banksia Grevillea)

Dianella

Dianella is a genus of the family Asphodelaceae, commonly known as flaxes or blue-flax lilies. Some notable species are:

  • Dianella caerulea
  • Dianella tasmanica

Lomandra

Lomandra is a genus of Australian flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae. Known species include:

  • Lomandra longifolia
  • Lomandra confertifolia

Corymbia

Corymbia is a genus in the family Myrtaceae, consisting of trees and shrubs, primarily known as bloodwoods. Notable species:

  • Corymbia citriodora (Lemon-scented Gum)
  • Corymbia maculata (Spotted Gum)

Angophora

Angophora is a genus closely related to Eucalyptus and Melaleuca, native to Australia. Key species are:

  • Angophora costata
  • Angophora floribunda

Xanthostemon

Xanthostemon is a genus of flowering trees in the family Myrtaceae. Important species include:

  • Xanthostemon chrysanthus (Golden Penda)
  • Xanthostemon verdugonis

Stenocarpus

Stenocarpus is a genus in the family Proteaceae, primarily consisting of trees and shrubs. Examples:

  • Stenocarpus sinuatus (Black Sheoak)
  • Stenocarpus falcatus

Melaleuca

Melaleuca is a genus known for its diverse species in the family Myrtaceae, commonly known as paperbarks. Some notable species:

  • Melaleuca quinquenervia (Cajeput Tree)
  • Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree)

Xanthorrhoea

Xanthorrhoea, commonly called grass trees, belong to the family Xanthorrhoeaceae. Renowned species include:

  • Xanthorrhoea australis
  • Xanthorrhoea preissii

Daviesia

Daviesia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, consisting mostly of shrubs. Examples encompass:

  • Daviesia ulicifolia
  • Daviesia latifolia

Ficus

Ficus is a huge genus in the family Moraceae. Important species include:

  • Ficus carica (Common Fig)
  • Ficus elastica (Rubber Fig)

Hovea

Hovea is a genus within the family Fabaceae. Some known species are:

  • Hovea linearis
  • Hovea montana

Duboisia

Duboisia is a genus in the family Solanaceae, recognized for some medicinal properties. Key species include:

  • Duboisia myoporoides
  • Duboisia leichhardtii

Actinotus

Actinotus is recognized within the family Apiaceae. Noteworthy species are:

  • Actinotus helianthi (Flannel Flower)

Spinifex

Spinifex is a genus of grass in the family Poaceae, especially adapted to coastal environments. Key species:

  • Spinifex sericeus (Beach Spinifex)

Macaranga

Macaranga is a genus in the family Euphorbiaceae. Important species to mention are:

  • Macaranga tanarius

Chrysocephalum

Chrysocephalum is a genus within the family Asteraceae. Known species include:

  • Chrysocephalum apiculatum (Golden everlasting)