Conostephium prolatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolatum
ID:
1325892
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hislop
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 23: 329 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338346
Common Names
- Prolatum Conostephium
- Conostephium prolatum
- Prolatum Conostephium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Conostephium prolatum (also called Proliferous Conostephium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to the south-west of Western Australia and is commonly found in heathland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Conostephium prolatum is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Conostephium prolatum is a small, white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, grass-like leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conostephium prolatum is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location with regular watering.
Where to Find Conostephium prolatum
Conostephium prolatum can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Conostephium prolatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conostephium prolatum?
Conostephium prolatum
What is the family of Conostephium prolatum?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Conostephium prolatum?
Proliferous Conostephium
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
Michael Clyde Hislop (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hislop' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77136370-1: Based on the initial data import