Leptomeria spinosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosa
ID:
446620
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 14: 578 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445952
Common Names
- Spiny Bottlebrush
- Prickly Bottlebrush
- Spike Bottlebrush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Choretrum spinosum Miq. [unknown]
Description
Leptomeria spinosa (also called ‘Smooth-barked Apple’, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree native to Australia. It has smooth, grey bark and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptomeria spinosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. It is also known to help reduce soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leptomeria spinosa is white and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptomeria spinosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and keep in a sunny spot.
Where to Find Leptomeria spinosa
Leptomeria spinosa is native to parts of Australia.
Leptomeria spinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptomeria spinosa?
Leptomeria spinosa
What is the common name of Leptomeria spinosa?
Spiny Leptomeria
What is the habitat of Leptomeria spinosa?
It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
Species in the Leptomeria genus
Leptomeria furtiva, Leptomeria pauciflora, Leptomeria pachyclada, Leptomeria obovata, Leptomeria preissiana, Leptomeria glomerata, Leptomeria ericoides, Leptomeria empetriformis, Leptomeria ellytes, Leptomeria drupacea, Leptomeria dielsiana, Leptomeria cunninghamii, Leptomeria penduliflora, Leptomeria squarrulosa, Leptomeria spinosa, Leptomeria scrobiculata, Leptomeria axillaris, Leptomeria aphylla, Leptomeria acida, Leptomeria rubescens,
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
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:780327-1: Based on the initial data import