Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
salignus
ID:
505375

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 202 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504707



Common Names

  • Stenocarpus salignus
  • Salignus Stenocarpus
  • Salignus-leaved Stenocarpus


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Synonyms

  • Stenocarpus concolor F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Cybele saligna Kuntze [unknown]
  • Embothrium rubricaule Giord. [unknown]

Description

Stenocarpus salignus (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 salignus 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 salignus 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 salignus 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 salignus

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

Stenocarpus salignus FAQ

What is the common name of Stenocarpus salignus?

Queensland Firewheel Tree

What is the natural habitat of Stenocarpus salignus?

Rainforests in eastern Australia

What type of soil does Stenocarpus salignus 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,