Status:
valid
Authors:
(Salisb.) R.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 100 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442481
Common Names
- Leucospermum Grandiflorum
- Grandiflorum Leucospermum
- Grandiflorum Pincushion
Synonyms
- Leucadendron grandiflorum Salisb. [unknown]
- Protea decora Salisb. [unknown]
- Protea erosa Licht. ex Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
- Protea villosiuscula Banks ex Poir. [unknown]
- Euryspermum grandiflorum Salisb. [unknown]
Description
Leucospermum grandiflorum (also called Large-flowered Pincushion, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky habitats such as mountains and coastal cliffs. It has small, yellow flowers that appear in spring and summer.
Uses & Benefits
Leucospermum grandiflorum is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucospermum grandiflorum has large, yellow, five-petaled flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucospermum grandiflorum is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Leucospermum grandiflorum
Leucospermum grandiflorum is native to South Africa.
Leucospermum grandiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucospermum grandiflorum?
Leucospermum grandiflorum
What is the natural habitat of Leucospermum grandiflorum?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the world
What are the common names of Leucospermum grandiflorum?
Grandiflorum Leucospermum, Grandiflorum Leucospermum
Species in the Leucospermum genus
Leucospermum grandiflorum,
Leucospermum arenarium,
Leucospermum catherinae,
Leucospermum conocarpodendron,
Leucospermum cordifolium,
Leucospermum cuneiforme,
Leucospermum formosum,
Leucospermum glabrum,
Leucospermum gueinzii,
Leucospermum innovans,
Leucospermum lineare,
Leucospermum muirii,
Leucospermum pedunculatum,
Leucospermum pluridens,
Leucospermum reflexum,
Leucospermum tottum,
Leucospermum truncatulum,
Leucospermum calligerum,
Leucospermum cordatum,
Leucospermum erubescens,
Leucospermum fulgens,
Leucospermum gerrardii,
Leucospermum gracile,
Leucospermum hamatum,
Leucospermum heterophyllum,
Leucospermum hypophyllocarpodendron,
Leucospermum mundii,
Leucospermum oleifolium,
Leucospermum parile,
Leucospermum patersonii,
Leucospermum praecox,
Leucospermum praemorsum,
Leucospermum profugum,
Leucospermum prostratum,
Leucospermum rodolentum,
Leucospermum royenifolium,
Leucospermum saxatile,
Leucospermum saxosum,
Leucospermum secundifolium,
Leucospermum spathulatum,
Leucospermum tomentosum,
Leucospermum truncatum,
Leucospermum utriculosum,
Leucospermum vestitum,
Leucospermum winteri,
Leucospermum wittebergense,
Leucospermum harpagonatum,
Leucospermum bolusii,
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,