Status:
valid
Authors:
Knight
Source:
tro
Year:
1809
Citation Micro:
Cult. Prot. : 105 (1809)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035773
Common Names
- Xylomelum pyriforme
- Pear-shaped Xylomelum
- Pear-shaped Wood-sorrel
Description
Xylomelum pyriforme (also called Australian cherry, native pear, native plum, and many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that is native to Australia. It has a smooth, grey bark and can grow up to 10 meters tall. Its leaves are dark green and glossy, and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in open forests, woodlands, and coastal heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Xylomelum pyriforme has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xylomelum pyriforme has small yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xylomelum pyriforme is a small, evergreen shrub native to East Asia. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Xylomelum pyriforme
Xylomelum pyriforme can be found in Australia.
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,