Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
J. Exped. Trop. Australia : 199 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000470257
Common Names
- Phebalium Glandulosum
- Glandulosum Phebalium
- Phebalium
Synonyms
- Phebalium sediflorum F.Muell. [unknown]
- Eriostemon sediflorus F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Phebalium glandulosum (also called 'Glandulosum Phebalium', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with a single, erect stem and a few, alternate, leathery leaves. It is native to Australia and usually found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Phebalium glandulosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has also been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Phebalium glandulosum sub. angustifolium Paul G.Wilson
Phebalium glandulosum sub. eglandulosum (Blakely) Paul G.Wilson
Phebalium glandulosum sub. riparium R.L.Giles
Phebalium glandulosum sub. macrocalyx R.L.Giles
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phebalium glandulosum has white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phebalium glandulosum is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Phebalium glandulosum
Phebalium glandulosum can be found in Australia, mainly in New South Wales and Victoria.
Phebalium glandulosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phebalium glandulosum?
Phebalium glandulosum
What type of plant is Phebalium glandulosum?
Shrub
What is the natural habitat of Phebalium glandulosum?
Dry sclerophyll forests of Australia
Species in the Phebalium genus
Phebalium tuberculosum,
Phebalium bullatum,
Phebalium canaliculatum,
Phebalium drummondii,
Phebalium clavatum,
Phebalium brachycalyx,
Phebalium daviesii,
Phebalium brevifolium,
Phebalium stenophyllum,
Phebalium filifolium,
Phebalium elegans,
Phebalium festivum,
Phebalium glandulosum,
Phebalium appressum,
Phebalium whitei,
Phebalium woombye,
Phebalium lowanense,
Phebalium laevigatum,
Phebalium longifolium,
Phebalium obcordatum,
Phebalium microphyllum,
Phebalium nottii,
Phebalium distans,
Phebalium megaphyllum,
Phebalium lepidotum,
Phebalium obovatum,
Phebalium bifidum,
Phebalium verrucosum,
Phebalium speciosum,
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,