Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxycoccoides
ID:
478657

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sieber ex Schult.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(2): 45 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477989



Common Names

  • Oxycoccoides Persoonia
  • Cushion Persoonia
  • Cushion Saw Banksia


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Synonyms

  • Linkia oxycocodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Persoonia thymifolia A.Cunn. ex R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Persoonia oxycoccoides (also called 'Cherry Geebung' and 'Cherry Persoonia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow, pointed, cherry-red leaves and produces clusters of yellow-green, star-shaped flowers. It grows best in full sun and prefers well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Persoonia oxycoccoides is a popular ornamental plant and is often used to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. The plant is also known for its air-purifying properties and is often used to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Persoonia oxycoccoides are yellow, tubular, and about 1 cm long. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Persoonia oxycoccoides is an evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from non-flowering stems in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Persoonia oxycoccoides

Persoonia oxycoccoides can be found in the temperate forests of Australia.

Persoonia oxycoccoides FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Persoonia oxycoccoides?

Persoonia oxycoccoides prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light level for Persoonia oxycoccoides?

Persoonia oxycoccoides prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity level for Persoonia oxycoccoides?

Persoonia oxycoccoides prefers moderate to high humidity levels.

Species in the Persoonia genus

Persoonia laurina, Persoonia laxa, Persoonia tenuifolia, Persoonia terminalis, Persoonia volcanica, Persoonia tropica, Persoonia virgata, Persoonia cordifolia, Persoonia coriacea, Persoonia microphylla, Persoonia inconspicua, Persoonia iogyna, Persoonia conjuncta, Persoonia juniperina, Persoonia marginata, Persoonia kararae, Persoonia katerae, Persoonia isophylla, Persoonia cornifolia, Persoonia curvifolia, Persoonia cuspidifera, Persoonia cymbifolia, Persoonia daphnoides, Persoonia micranthera, Persoonia dillwynioides, Persoonia media, Persoonia falcata, Persoonia stricta, Persoonia subtilis, Persoonia subvelutina, Persoonia sulcata, Persoonia rigida, Persoonia procumbens, Persoonia prostrata, Persoonia pungens, Persoonia quinquenervis, Persoonia rudis, Persoonia rufa, Persoonia rufiflora, Persoonia saccata, Persoonia salicina, Persoonia recedens, Persoonia pentasticha, Persoonia oleoides, Persoonia oxycoccoides, Persoonia papillosa, Persoonia pertinax, Persoonia pinifolia, Persoonia pauciflora, Persoonia acerosa,

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Franz Sieber (1789-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sieber' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:705457-1: Based on the initial data import