Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
coriaceum
ID:
483703

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.T.White & W.D.Francis

Source:
ksu

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Proc. Roy. Soc. Queensland 35: 79 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483035



Common Names

  • Placospermum coriaceum
  • Coriaceum Placospermum
  • Leathery Placospermum


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Description

Placospermum coriaceum (also called the leathery placospermum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to the Western Cape of South Africa and is found in fynbos and renosterveld habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Placospermum coriaceum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Placospermum coriaceum has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Placospermum coriaceum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in autumn or spring and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny position.

Where to Find Placospermum coriaceum

Placospermum coriaceum is native to South America. It can be found in moist, open woods, meadows, and along streams and roadsides.

Placospermum coriaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Placospermum coriaceum?

Placospermum coriaceum

What is the common name of Placospermum coriaceum?

Leathery Placospermum

What type of plant is Placospermum coriaceum?

It is a type of shrub

Species in the Placospermum genus

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

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
William D. Francis (1889-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.Francis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:705576-1: Based on the initial data import