Lophopetalum arnhemicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arnhemicum
ID:
359663
Status:
valid
Authors:
Byrnes
Source:
ksu
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 96: 85 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358995
Common Names
- Arnhem Lophopetalum
- Lophopetalum arnhemicum
- Arnhem Bush-honeysuckle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lophopetalum arnhemicum (also called Arnhem Lophopetalum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 6 feet tall and has small, dark green leaves. It is found in moist, sandy soils in open woods and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Lophopetalum arnhemicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is tolerant of shade. It is also used to control erosion on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lophopetalum arnhemicum are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are initially small, but they can grow up to 10 feet tall.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lophopetalum arnhemicum is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate, take cuttings in late spring or early summer and place them in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. The cuttings should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Lophopetalum arnhemicum
Lophopetalum arnhemicum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Lophopetalum arnhemicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lophopetalum arnhemicum?
Lophopetalum arnhemicum
What is the common name of Lophopetalum arnhemicum?
Arnhem lophopetalum
Where is Lophopetalum arnhemicum found?
It is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa
Species in the Lophopetalum genus
Lophopetalum rigidum, Lophopetalum sessilifolium, Lophopetalum subobovatum, Lophopetalum torricellense, Lophopetalum pallidum, Lophopetalum wallichii, Lophopetalum wightianum, Lophopetalum micranthum, Lophopetalum javanum, Lophopetalum ledermannii, Lophopetalum littorale, Lophopetalum multinervium, Lophopetalum pachyphyllum, Lophopetalum macranthum, Lophopetalum arnhemicum, Lophopetalum beccarianum, Lophopetalum duperreanum, Lophopetalum floribundum, Lophopetalum glabrum, Lophopetalum javanicum,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
Norman Brice Byrnes (1922-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byrnes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:161725-1: Based on the initial data import