Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 34 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000898156
Common Names
- Tricoccon Bluestem
- Tricoccon Grass
- Tricoccon Prairie Grass
Description
Cneorum tricoccon (also called Cneorum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has small, white flowers. It is found in rocky, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought and heat.
Uses & Benefits
Cneorum tricoccon is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it is drought tolerant and can withstand salty conditions. It is also used for erosion control and as a cover crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cneorum tricoccon has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a tuft of long, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cneorum tricoccon can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Cneorum tricoccon
Cneorum tricoccon can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Cneorum tricoccon FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cneorum tricoccon?
Cneorum tricoccon
What is the common name of Cneorum tricoccon?
Garland flower
What is the habitat of Cneorum tricoccon?
Dry, sunny, and well-drained soils in gardens and rockeries
Species in the Cneorum genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,