Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R.B.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. New Zealand 80: 3 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656410
Common Names
- Densum Dracophyllum
- Densum Dragon Leaf
- Densum Dragon Plant
Description
Dracophyllum densum (also called Dense Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen fern native to New Zealand. It has long, narrow fronds and small, brown spores. It grows in moist, shady forests in New Zealand.
Uses & Benefits
Dracophyllum densum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive white flowers. It is also used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and urinary tract infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dracophyllum densum is small, white and four-petaled. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, white leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dracophyllum densum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dracophyllum densum
Dracophyllum densum can be found in New Zealand.
Dracophyllum densum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum densum?
Dracophyllum densum
What is the common name of Dracophyllum densum?
Dense Dracophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum densum?
Montane to subalpine forest
Species in the Dracophyllum genus
Dracophyllum acerosum,
Dracophyllum adamsii,
Dracophyllum alticola,
Dracophyllum arboreum,
Dracophyllum arcuatum,
Dracophyllum balansae,
Dracophyllum cockaynianum,
Dracophyllum cosmelioides,
Dracophyllum densiflorum,
Dracophyllum densum,
Dracophyllum elegantissimum,
Dracophyllum erectum,
Dracophyllum filifolium,
Dracophyllum fiordense,
Dracophyllum fitzgeraldii,
Dracophyllum insulare,
Dracophyllum involucratum,
Dracophyllum kirkii,
Dracophyllum latifolium,
Dracophyllum lessonianum,
Dracophyllum longifolium,
Dracophyllum mackeeanum,
Dracophyllum macranthum,
Dracophyllum marginatum,
Dracophyllum marmoricola,
Dracophyllum matthewsii,
Dracophyllum menziesii,
Dracophyllum milligani,
Dracophyllum minimum,
Dracophyllum muscoides,
Dracophyllum oceanicum,
Dracophyllum oliveri,
Dracophyllum ophioliticum,
Dracophyllum ouaiemense,
Dracophyllum paludosum,
Dracophyllum palustre,
Dracophyllum patens,
Dracophyllum pearsonii,
Dracophyllum politum,
Dracophyllum pronum,
Dracophyllum prostratum,
Dracophyllum pubescens,
Dracophyllum pyramidale,
Dracophyllum ramosum,
Dracophyllum recurvum,
Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium,
Dracophyllum saxicola,
Dracophyllum sayeri,
Dracophyllum scoparium,
Dracophyllum secundum,
Species in the Ericaceae family