Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
spathulatus
ID:
685099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr. & Pilg.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 102 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684432



Common Names

  • Spathulate Cherry
  • Spathulatus Cherry
  • Spathulatus Exocarpus


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Description

Exocarpos spathulatus (also called Native Cherry, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry and wet sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Exocarpos spathulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for revegetation projects. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate dry conditions and frost.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Exocarpos spathulatus are small, greenish-white and occur in clusters. The seed is a small, black, triangular nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exocarpos spathulatus is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forests to wetter rainforest margins. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe material in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be placed in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Exocarpos spathulatus

Exocarpos spathulatus is native to Australia and can be found in the south-eastern parts of the country.

Exocarpos spathulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exocarpos spathulatus?

Exocarpos spathulatus

What type of plant is Exocarpos spathulatus?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Exocarpos spathulatus native to?

Japan

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2806235: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Robert Knud Friedrich Pilger (1876-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pilg.' in the authors string.