Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scolopendriifolium
ID:
485324

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salisb. ex Knight) Rourke

Source:
ksu

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 40: 296 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484656



Common Names

  • Protea scolopendriifolium
  • Centipede-Leaved Protea
  • Scolopendriifolium Protea


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Description

Protea scolopendriifolium (also called Scolopendrium Protea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Proteaceae. It is native to South Africa, where it is found in rocky outcrops and cliffs. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Protea scolopendriifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Protea scolopendriifolium is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Protea scolopendriifolium can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Protea scolopendriifolium

Protea scolopendriifolium is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas, such as mountains and cliffs.

Protea scolopendriifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Protea scolopendriifolium?

Protea scolopendriifolium

What is the common name of Protea scolopendriifolium?

Caterpillar Bush

What is the natural habitat of Protea scolopendriifolium?

Dry grasslands, scrub and rocky hillsides

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,

References

Richard Anthony Salisbury (1761-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salisb.' in the authors string.
John Patrick Rourke (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rourke' in the authors string.
Joseph Knight (1778-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knight' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:706119-1: Based on the initial data import