Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
686678

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 64 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686011



Common Names

  • Faurea discolor
  • Discolor Faurea
  • Faurea discolor


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Description

Faurea discolor (also called White Cedar, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to South Africa. It has a dense, conical crown and leathery, light green leaves. It grows in mountainous areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Faurea discolor is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak to protect other plants from strong winds. The leaves of this plant can be used as a tea to treat stomach ailments and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Faurea discolor has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faurea discolor is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Faurea discolor

Faurea discolor is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Faurea discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Faurea discolor?

Faurea discolor

What is the common name of Faurea discolor?

Faurea

What is the family of Faurea discolor?

Proteaceae

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

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