Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cannifolia
ID:
764883

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 280 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000764216

Common Names

  • Cannifolia Cabbage Tree
  • Cordyline
  • Canna-leaved Cabbage Tree

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Description

Cordyline cannifolia (also called Canna-leaved Cabbage Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to Australia and New Zealand. It has long, narrow, dark green leaves and produces white flowers. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Cordyline cannifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make tea and as a herbal remedy for coughs and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cordyline cannifolia has white, bell-shaped flowers with three petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cordyline cannifolia can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil and should be planted in autumn. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season, but it should be kept dry during the dormant period.

Where to Find Cordyline cannifolia

Cordyline cannifolia can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia.

Cordyline cannifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cordyline cannifolia?

Cordyline cannifolia

What are the common names of Cordyline cannifolia?

Cannifolia cordyline, Cannifolia cordyline palm

Where is Cordyline cannifolia native to?

Australia

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-303147: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.