Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reflexus
ID:
1107225

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Phillips & Hutch.) Fourc.

Source:
tro

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 21: 97 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001106563



Common Names

  • Paranomus Reflexus
  • Reflexus Paranomus
  • Paranomus Tree


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Description

Paranomus reflexus (also called Reflexed Paranomus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall, with leathery, oblong leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is native to the Cape Provinces and the Northern Provinces of South Africa, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Paranomus reflexus is an evergreen shrub with small, fragrant yellow flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, as well as for timber and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paranomus reflexus is a white to pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paranomus reflexus can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. All plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Paranomus reflexus

Paranomus reflexus is native to the temperate forests of South Africa. It can be found in moist, shady areas, often near rivers and streams.

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

IPNI record: 705356-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001420854
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26500208: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Henry Georges Fourcade (1865-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fourc.' in the authors string.