Xylomelum cunninghamianum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cunninghamianum
ID:
429007
Status:
valid
Authors:
Foreman
Source:
ksu
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Muelleria 6: 299 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000428339
Common Names
- Xylomelum cunninghamianum
- Cunninghamianum Xylomelum
- Cunningham's Xylomelum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xylomelum cunninghamianum (also called Cunningham's Xylomelum, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, open areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Xylomelum cunninghamianum is used for making wreaths and garlands, as well as for ornamental purposes in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xylomelum cunninghamianum is yellow in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small leaves.
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Xylomelum cunninghamianum is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun but will require more frequent watering. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
Where to Find Xylomelum cunninghamianum
Xylomelum cunninghamianum is native to the western United States. It is commonly found in dry, open forests and along rocky slopes.
Xylomelum cunninghamianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xylomelum cunninghamianum?
Xylomelum cunninghamianum
What are the common names of Xylomelum cunninghamianum?
Cunningham's woody pear
What is the growth habit of Xylomelum cunninghamianum?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
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
Donald Foreman (1945-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foreman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:931944-1: Based on the initial data import