Sommieria leucophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Malesia 1: 67 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311768
Common Names
- Sommieria leucophylla
- White-Leaved Sommieria
- White-Leaf Sommieria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sommieria leucophylla (also called 'White-leaved Sommieria', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia, growing up to 1m in height. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers with yellow centres. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sommieria leucophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sommieria leucophylla has white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have ovate leaves and a creeping habit.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sommieria leucophylla is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.
Where to Find Sommieria leucophylla
Sommieria leucophylla can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Sommieria leucophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sommieria leucophylla?
Sommieria leucophylla
What is the common name of Sommieria leucophylla?
Sommieria leucophylla
What is the natural habitat of Sommieria leucophylla?
Tropical and subtropical moist forests
Species in the Sommieria genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192924: Based on the initial data import
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.