Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Escalloniales
Genus:
Species:
pectinata
ID:
671813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hügel : 53 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671145



Common Names

  • Comb Eremosyne
  • Comb Poverty Bush
  • Comb Emu Bush


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Description

Eremosyne pectinata (also called Pectinate Fuschia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eremosyne pectinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eremosyne pectinata is yellow, tubular and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremosyne pectinata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with the mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings taken from the current season's growth. Cuttings should be placed in a well-drained cutting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Eremosyne pectinata

Eremosyne pectinata is native to Western Australia and can be found in arid and semi-arid areas.

Eremosyne pectinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremosyne pectinata?

Eremosyne pectinata

What is the common name of Eremosyne pectinata?

Comb Emu Bush

What is the natural habitat of Eremosyne pectinata?

Dry, rocky hillsides and slopes

Species in the Eremosyne genus

Species in the Escalloniaceae family

Anopterus glandulosus, Anopterus macleayanus, Eremosyne pectinata, Escallonia alpina, Escallonia angustifolia, Escallonia bifida, Escallonia bracteata, Escallonia callcottiae, Escallonia chlorophylla, Escallonia cordobensis, Escallonia demissa, Escallonia discolor, Escallonia farinacea, Escallonia florida, Escallonia gayana, Escallonia herrerae, Escallonia hispida, Escallonia hypoglauca, Escallonia illinita, Escallonia laevis, Escallonia ledifolia, Escallonia lepidota, Escallonia leucantha, Escallonia megapotamica, Escallonia micrantha, Escallonia millegrana, Escallonia mollis, Escallonia myrtilloides, Escallonia myrtoidea, Escallonia obtusissima, Escallonia paniculata, Escallonia pendula, Escallonia petrophila, Escallonia piurensis, Escallonia polifolia, Escallonia promaucana, Escallonia pulverulenta, Escallonia rebecae, Escallonia resinosa, Escallonia reticulata, Escallonia revoluta, Escallonia rigida, Escallonia rosea, Escallonia rubra, Escallonia salicifolia, Escallonia schreiteri, Escallonia serrata, Escallonia tucumanensis, Escallonia virgata, Escallonia stricta,

References