Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 11: t. 1055 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000133779
Common Names
- White-barked Pladaroxylon
- Leucadendron Pladaroxylon
- Pladaroxylon Leucadendron
Synonyms
- Senecio leucadendron Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
- Solidago leucadendron G.Forst. [unknown]
- Lachanodes cuneifolia DC. [unknown]
- Dectis leucadendron Raf. [unknown]
- Lachanodes pladaroxylon Endl. [unknown]
- Solidago leucadendron Forst. ex Spreng. [unknown]
- Solidago leucadendron Willd. [unknown]
- Lachanodes leucadendron DC. [unknown]
Description
Pladaroxylon leucadendron (also called 'Whitebark Pine', among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous tree that grows up to 30 m in height. It is native to the western United States and is found in mountainous areas. It has long, needle-like leaves and small, brown cones.
Uses & Benefits
Pladaroxylon leucadendron is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pladaroxylon leucadendron is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pladaroxylon leucadendron is a deciduous tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be cultivated in a variety of climates and is hardy to USDA zones 5-9.
Where to Find Pladaroxylon leucadendron
Pladaroxylon leucadendron can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, and Utah.
Pladaroxylon leucadendron FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pladaroxylon leucadendron?
Pladaroxylon leucadendron
What are the common names of Pladaroxylon leucadendron?
White-wood pladaroxylon, White-wood pladaroxylon
What is the natural habitat of Pladaroxylon leucadendron?
Pladaroxylon leucadendron is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Pladaroxylon genus
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,