Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
poggei
ID:
485537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Akad. Wiss. Berlin 1891: 197 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484869



Common Names

  • Poggei Protea
  • Poggei Sugarbush
  • Poggei Sugarbush Protea


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Synonyms

  • Protea vernicosa Hauman [unknown]

Description

Protea poggei (also called Pogge's Sugarbush, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded shape and small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Protea poggei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Protea poggei sub. haemantha (Engl. & Gilg) Chisumpa & Brummitt
Protea poggei sub. mwinilungensis Chisumpa & Brummitt
Protea poggei sub. heliophila Chisumpa & Brummitt

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Protea poggei has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Protea poggei is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It has long, narrow leaves that are up to 8 inches long. The flowers are white and bell-shaped, and they appear in clusters at the tips of the branches. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Protea poggei

Protea poggei can be found in South Africa.

Protea poggei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Protea poggei?

Protea poggei

What type of plant is Protea poggei?

It is a shrub

Where is Protea poggei found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Protea genus

Protea angolensis, Protea baumii, Protea argyrea, Protea asymmetrica, Protea dekindtiana, Protea enervis, Protea flavopilosa, Protea rupestris, Protea scolopendriifolium, Protea welwitschii, Protea wentzeliana, Protea matonchiana, Protea micans, Protea madiensis, Protea mafingensis, Protea namaquana, Protea paludosa, Protea ongotium, Protea poggei, Protea minima, Protea gaguedi, Protea petiolaris, Protea acaulos, Protea acuminata, Protea amplexicaulis, Protea angustata, Protea aristata, Protea asper, Protea aurea, Protea burchellii, Protea caespitosa, Protea caffra, Protea canaliculata, Protea compacta, Protea comptonii, Protea convexa, Protea cordata, Protea coronata, Protea cryophila, Protea curvata, Protea cynaroides, Protea decurrens, Protea denticulata, Protea dracomontana, Protea effusa, Protea eximia, Protea foliosa, Protea glabra, Protea grandiceps, Protea holosericea,

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,