Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 141 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504863
Common Names
- Sorocephalus tenuifolius
- Tenuifolius Sorocephalus
- Sorocephalus Tenuifolius
Synonyms
- Protea tenuifolia Poir. [unknown]
- Scolymocephalus tenuifolius Kuntze [unknown]
- Soranthe tenuifolia Knight [unknown]
Description
Sorocephalus tenuifolius (also called Slender-Leaved Sorocephalus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa. It has narrow, oblong leaves and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sorocephalus tenuifolius is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sorocephalus tenuifolius is a white, star-shaped flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sorocephalus tenuifolius is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a mix of sand and peat. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Sorocephalus tenuifolius
Sorocephalus tenuifolius is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, and can be found in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Sorocephalus tenuifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sorocephalus tenuifolius?
Sorocephalus tenuifolius
What is the common name of Sorocephalus tenuifolius?
Sorocephalus tenuifolius
What type of plant is Sorocephalus tenuifolius?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Sorocephalus genus
Sorocephalus tenuifolius,
Sorocephalus alopecurus,
Sorocephalus capitatus,
Sorocephalus claviger,
Sorocephalus crassifolius,
Sorocephalus imbricatus,
Sorocephalus lanatus,
Sorocephalus palustris,
Sorocephalus pinifolius,
Sorocephalus scabridus,
Sorocephalus teretifolius,
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,