Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
teretifolia
ID:
485374

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) L.A.S.Johnson & B.G.Briggs

Source:
ksu

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 70: 175 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484706



Common Names

  • Pycnonia teretifolia
  • Terete-leaved Pycnonia
  • Teretifolia Pycnonia


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Synonyms

  • Linkia teretifolia Kuntze [unknown]
  • Persoonia scoparia Meisn. [unknown]
  • Persoonia teretifolia R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Pycnonia teretifolia (also called Teretifolia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Angola, Namibia, and Zimbabwe, and is found in dry savanna and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnonia teretifolia 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 Pycnonia teretifolia is a small, yellow, 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

Pycnonia teretifolia 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 Pycnonia teretifolia

Pycnonia teretifolia is native to Central America and can be found in dry, sandy soils and open areas.

Pycnonia teretifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnonia teretifolia?

Pycnonia teretifolia

What is the common name of Pycnonia teretifolia?

Terete-leaved Pycnonia

What is the natural habitat of Pycnonia teretifolia?

Dry grasslands, scrub and rocky hillsides

Species in the Pycnonia 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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:706257-1: Based on the initial data import