Angophora clelandii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maiden
Source:
ipni
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
Journal and Proceedings of the Royal Society of New South Wales 54 1921
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001350421
Common Names
- Angophora Clelandii
- Clelandii Angophora
- Clelandii's Angophora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Angophora clelandii (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Angophora clelandii is a species of tree that is used for its wood, which is used to make furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Angophora clelandii has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Seeds: The seeds of Angophora clelandii are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Angophora clelandii are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Angophora clelandii is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and should be lightly covered with soil. The plants should be spaced about 15-20 cm apart.
Where to Find Angophora clelandii
Angophora clelandii is native to Australia and can be found in nurseries and garden centers that specialize in Australian plants.
Angophora clelandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Angophora clelandii?
Angophora clelandii
What is the common name of Angophora clelandii?
Cleland's Angophora
What is the natural habitat of Angophora clelandii?
It is found in moist soils in temperate regions
Species in the Angophora genus
Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,
References
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.