Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aristeg.) Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1976
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 35: 50 (1976)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000137244
Common Names
- Libanothamnus arboreus
- Tree Libanothamnus
- Tree Daphne
Synonyms
- Espeletia arborea Aristeg. [unknown]
Description
Libanothamnus arboreus (also called tree heath, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has leathery, linear leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Libanothamnus arboreus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Libanothamnus arboreus var. lancifolius Cuatrec.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Libanothamnus arboreus has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 5 cm. The seeds are small, black and rough. The seedlings are thin and have a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Libanothamnus arboreus is a perennial tree native to Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and should be kept moist. It can also be propagated by seed, but it is slow to germinate and may take up to a year.
Where to Find Libanothamnus arboreus
Libanothamnus arboreus is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in dry, open woods.
Libanothamnus arboreus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Libanothamnus arboreus?
Libanothamnus arboreus
What is the common name of Libanothamnus arboreus?
Tree Libanothamnus
What is the origin of Libanothamnus arboreus?
Asia
Species in the Libanothamnus genus
Libanothamnus lucidus,
Libanothamnus tamanus,
Libanothamnus neriifolius,
Libanothamnus parvulus,
Libanothamnus griffinii,
Libanothamnus occultus,
Libanothamnus divisoriensis,
Libanothamnus liscanoanus,
Libanothamnus subneriifolius,
Libanothamnus spectabilis,
Libanothamnus banksiaefolius,
Libanothamnus arboreus,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,