Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Species:
beccarianum
ID:
359664

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
ksu

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 307B (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358996

Common Names

  • Beccari's Lophopetalum
  • Lophopetalum beccarianum
  • Beccari's Bush-honeysuckle

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Synonyms

  • Lophopetalum scortechinii King [unknown]
  • Lophopetalum havilandii Ridl. [valid]
  • Euonymus mammillaris Scort. ex King [unknown]

Description

Lophopetalum beccarianum (also called Beccari's 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 beccarianum 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 flower of Lophopetalum beccarianum is white with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lophopetalum beccarianum is an evergreen 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 beccarianum

Lophopetalum beccarianum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Lophopetalum beccarianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lophopetalum beccarianum?

Lophopetalum beccarianum

What is the common name of Lophopetalum beccarianum?

Beccari's lophopetalum

Where is Lophopetalum beccarianum found?

It is found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa

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,