Conostephium minus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
minus
ID:
620102
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 25 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619434
Common Names
- Small Conostephium
- Small Conostephiopsis
- Minus Conostephium
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- Styphelia lindleyi F.Muell. [valid]
- Conostephiopsis minor (Lindl.) Stschegl. [valid]
- Conostephium nitens Lindl. ex B.D.Jacks. [valid]
- Conostephium pendulum Deless. [valid]
Description
Conostephium minus (also called Small Conostephium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the family Proteaceae. It is native to Australia, where it is found in a range of habitats, from coastal heaths to dry inland woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Conostephium minus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in rock gardens, as a groundcover, and in containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Conostephium minus are usually white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conostephium minus is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Conostephium minus
Conostephium minus can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.
Conostephium minus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conostephium minus?
Conostephium minus
What is the common name of Conostephium minus?
Small Conostephium
Where does Conostephium minus grow?
It is native to Western Australia
Species in the Conostephium genus
Conostephium drummondii, Conostephium halmaturinum, Conostephium magnum, Conostephium marchantiorum, Conostephium minus, Conostephium pendulum, Conostephium preissii, Conostephium roei, Conostephium uncinatum, Conostephium wonganense, Conostephium hortiorum, Conostephium laeve, Conostephium papillosum, Conostephium prolatum,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.