Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
claviger
ID:
1107190

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 5(1): 705 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001106528



Common Names

  • Sorocephalus Claviger
  • Claviger Sorocephalus
  • Sorocephalus Tree


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Description

Sorocephalus claviger (also called 'Club-headed Bush', among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub in the Proteaceae family. It is native to Australia, where it grows in wet sclerophyll forests and rainforests. It has a dense, conical crown and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are leathery and glossy, and its flowers are yellow-green and appear in spring.

Uses & Benefits

Sorocephalus claviger is an evergreen shrub with small, fragrant yellow flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, as well as for timber and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sorocephalus claviger is small and white, with a delicate, feathery texture. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, delicate, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sorocephalus claviger is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m tall. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Layering can be done in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Sorocephalus claviger

Sorocephalus claviger is native to the temperate forests of North America, particularly in the Pacific Northwest. It can be found in moist, shady areas, often near rivers and streams.

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,

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