Leucadendron salignum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salignum
ID:
1408381
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.J.Bergius
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
1766
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 1766: 323 (1766)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420840
Common Names
- Leucadendron salignum
- Salignum Leucadendron
- Salignum River Conebush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leucadendron salignum (also called Willow-leaved Leucadendron, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, leathery leaves. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Leucadendron salignum is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow and red flowers. It is also known to attract bees and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leucadendron salignum is white and bell-shaped, with 6 petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leucadendron salignum is a shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can tolerate light shade and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Leucadendron salignum
Leucadendron salignum is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Leucadendron salignum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucadendron salignum?
Leucadendron salignum
What is the family of Leucadendron salignum?
Proteaceae
What is the common name of Leucadendron salignum?
Willow-leaved Conebush
Species in the Leucadendron genus
Leucadendron spirale, Leucadendron immoderatum, Leucadendron pondoense, Leucadendron album, Leucadendron arcuatum, Leucadendron argenteum, Leucadendron barkerae, Leucadendron bonum, Leucadendron brunioides, Leucadendron burchellii, Leucadendron cadens, Leucadendron chamelaea, Leucadendron cinereum, Leucadendron comosum, Leucadendron concavum, Leucadendron conicum, Leucadendron coniferum, Leucadendron cordatum, Leucadendron coriaceum, Leucadendron corymbosum, Leucadendron cryptocephalum, Leucadendron daphnoides, Leucadendron diemontianum, Leucadendron discolor, Leucadendron dregei, Leucadendron dubium, Leucadendron elimense, Leucadendron ericifolium, Leucadendron eucalyptifolium, Leucadendron flexuosum, Leucadendron floridum, Leucadendron foedum, Leucadendron galpinii, Leucadendron gandogeri, Leucadendron glaberrimum, Leucadendron globosum, Leucadendron glutinosum, Leucadendron gydoense, Leucadendron lanigerum, Leucadendron laureolum, Leucadendron laxum, Leucadendron levisanus, Leucadendron linifolium, Leucadendron loeriense, Leucadendron loranthifolium, Leucadendron macowanii, Leucadendron meridianum, Leucadendron meyerianum, Leucadendron microcephalum, Leucadendron modestum,
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,
References
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.