Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holl. : 34 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504695
Common Names
- Stenocarpus cunninghamii
- Cunninghamii Stenocarpus
- Cunninghamii-leaved Stenocarpus
Synonyms
- Cybele cunninghamii Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Stenocarpus cunninghamii (also called Stenocarpus, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Australia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open woodlands and is tolerant of drought and frost.
Uses & Benefits
Stenocarpus cunninghamii is a popular ornamental plant, often grown for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenocarpus cunninghamii has white, bell-shaped flowers that are about 1 cm long. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenocarpus cunninghamii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Stenocarpus cunninghamii
Stenocarpus cunninghamii can be found in the rainforests of Queensland, Australia.
Stenocarpus cunninghamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenocarpus cunninghamii?
Stenocarpus cunninghamii
What is the family of Stenocarpus cunninghamii?
Proteaceae
What is the common name of Stenocarpus cunninghamii?
Cunningham's Stenocarpus
Species in the Stenocarpus genus
Stenocarpus villosus,
Stenocarpus dumbeensis,
Stenocarpus intermedius,
Stenocarpus heterophyllus,
Stenocarpus gracilis,
Stenocarpus milnei,
Stenocarpus davallioides,
Stenocarpus cunninghamii,
Stenocarpus cryptocarpus,
Stenocarpus verticis,
Stenocarpus trinervis,
Stenocarpus tremuloides,
Stenocarpus salignus,
Stenocarpus rubiginosus,
Stenocarpus reticulatus,
Stenocarpus phyllodineus,
Stenocarpus moorei,
Stenocarpus angustifolius,
Stenocarpus acacioides,
Stenocarpus comptonii,
Stenocarpus sinuatus,
Stenocarpus umbellifer,
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,