Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
rubiginosus
ID:
505376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
ksu

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 12: 43 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504708



Common Names

  • Stenocarpus rubiginosus
  • Rubiginosus Stenocarpus
  • Rubiginosus-leaved Stenocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Cybele rubiginosa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Stenocarpus rubiginosus (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 rubiginosus 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 rubiginosus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenocarpus rubiginosus is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Stenocarpus rubiginosus

Stenocarpus rubiginosus can be found in the rainforests of New South Wales, Australia.

Stenocarpus rubiginosus FAQ

What is the common name of Stenocarpus rubiginosus?

Rusty Ash

What is the natural habitat of Stenocarpus rubiginosus?

Rainforests in eastern Australia

What type of soil does Stenocarpus rubiginosus prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:706789-1: Based on the initial data import