Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Species:
macrophyllum
ID:
597078

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoogland

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 4: 213 (1981 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596410

Common Names

  • Ceratopetalum macrophyllum
  • Large-Leaved Christmas Bush
  • Macrophyllum Christmas Bush

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Description

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum (also called Large-leaved Hook Sedge, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and temperate Asia. It is found in wet soils, and is often found in marshes, ponds, and lakes.

Uses & Benefits

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum has white to pinkish flowers, with five petals and a prominent central stamen. The seed is a small, black, round nut, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 m. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are about 30 cm tall. The shrub should be pruned regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Ceratopetalum macrophyllum

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum is native to eastern Australia.

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Ceratopetalum macrophyllum?

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum prefers a slightly acidic soil pH of 6.0 to 6.5.

What is the best way to propagate Ceratopetalum macrophyllum?

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.

How much light does Ceratopetalum macrophyllum need?

Ceratopetalum macrophyllum prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Cunoniaceae family

Ackama australiensis, Ackama nubicola, Ackama paniculosa, Ackama rosifolia, Acrophyllum australe, Acrophyllum venosum, Aistopetalum multiflorum, Aistopetalum viticoides, Anodopetalum biglandulosum, Bauera capitata, Bauera rubioides, Bauera sessiliflora, Caldcluvia paniculata, Callicoma serratifolia, Ceratopetalum apetalum, Ceratopetalum corymbosum, Ceratopetalum gummiferum, Ceratopetalum hylandii, Ceratopetalum iugumense, Ceratopetalum macrophyllum, Ceratopetalum succirubrum, Ceratopetalum tetrapterum, Ceratopetalum virchowii, Codia belepensis, Codia jaffrei, Codia mackeeana, Codia triverticillata, Codia albicans, Codia albifrons, Codia cinerascens, Codia discolor, Codia ferruginea, Codia fusca, Codia incrassata, Codia microphylla, Codia montana, Codia nitida, Codia spatulata, Codia xerophila, Cunonia alticola, Cunonia aoupiniensis, Cunonia atrorubens, Cunonia austrocaledonica, Cunonia balansae, Cunonia bernieri, Cunonia bullata, Cunonia capensis, Cunonia cerifera, Cunonia deplanchei, Cunonia lenormandii,

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