Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ridl.) Danser
Source:
ksu
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Recueil Trav. Bot. Néerl. 31: 758 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357185
Common Names
- Korthalsella dacrydii
- Dacrydii Korthalsella
- Korthalsella
Synonyms
- Arceuthobium dacrydii Ridl. [unknown]
Description
Korthalsella dacrydii (also called Dacryd's Korthalsella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States. It has small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Korthalsella dacrydii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Korthalsella dacrydii is white and pink, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, delicate plant with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Korthalsella dacrydii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Korthalsella dacrydii
Korthalsella dacrydii is native to South Africa.
Korthalsella dacrydii FAQ
What are the optimal growing conditions for Korthalsella dacrydii?
Korthalsella dacrydii prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
What is the typical lifespan of Korthalsella dacrydii?
Korthalsella dacrydii typically lives for two to three years.
What type of soil is best for Korthalsella dacrydii?
Korthalsella dacrydii prefers moist, well-drained soil.
Species in the Korthalsella genus
Korthalsella arthroclada,
Korthalsella papuana,
Korthalsella dacrydii,
Korthalsella geminata,
Korthalsella japonica,
Korthalsella taenioides,
Korthalsella lindsayi,
Korthalsella cylindrica,
Korthalsella taenoides,
Korthalsella salicornioides,
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,