Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
apiculata
ID:
360293

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Welw. ex Oliv.) R.Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge 9: 151 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359625



Common Names

  • Apiculate Loeseneriella
  • Loeseneriella apiculata
  • Apiculate Fly Honeysuckle


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Synonyms

  • Hippocratea apiculata Welw. ex Oliv. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea pynaertii De Wild. [unknown]

Description

Loeseneriella apiculata (also called Loesener's Beard-heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 metre in height. It has small, white flowers that appear in spring and summer. It is native to Australia and is found in heathlands, woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Loeseneriella apiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Loeseneriella apiculata is yellow and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Loeseneriella apiculata is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F). Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Loeseneriella apiculata

Loeseneriella apiculata is native to Europe and can be found in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Switzerland.

Loeseneriella apiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Loeseneriella apiculata?

Loeseneriella apiculata

What is the common name of Loeseneriella apiculata?

Apiculate Loeseneriella

What is the natural habitat of Loeseneriella apiculata?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands

Species in the Loeseneriella genus

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2339798: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Welwitsch (1806-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welw.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.