Xylomelum benthamii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
benthamii
ID:
508839
Status:
valid
Authors:
Orchard
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 21: 89 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508171
Common Names
- Bentham's Xylomelum
- Bentham Xylomelum
- Xylomelum Benthamii
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- Xylomelum pyriforme salicinum Meisn. [unknown]
Description
Xylomelum benthamii (also called Bentham's Xylomelum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It has a low-growing habit and grows to a height of 5–10 cm. It prefers moist soils and is often found in woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Xylomelum benthamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xylomelum benthamii has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xylomelum benthamii is an evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Xylomelum benthamii
Xylomelum benthamii is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Xylomelum benthamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xylomelum benthamii?
Xylomelum benthamii
What is the common name of Xylomelum benthamii?
Bentham's Xylomelum
What is the flowering season of Xylomelum benthamii?
Spring
Species in the Xylomelum genus
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
Anthony Edward Orchard (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orchard' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77080446-1: Based on the initial data import