Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R.B.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 59: 699 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656409
Common Names
- Densiflorum Dracophyllum
- Densiflorum Dragon Leaf
- Densiflorum Dragon Plant
Description
Dracophyllum densiflorum (also called Dense-flowered Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen fern native to New Zealand. It has long, narrow fronds and small, brown spores. It grows in moist, shady forests in New Zealand.
Uses & Benefits
Dracophyllum densiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive yellow flowers. It is also used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and urinary tract infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Dracophyllum densiflorum is small, white and four-petaled. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, white leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dracophyllum densiflorum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It should be grown in full sun to partial shade in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Dracophyllum densiflorum
Dracophyllum densiflorum can be found in New Zealand.
Dracophyllum densiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum densiflorum?
Dracophyllum densiflorum
What is the common name of Dracophyllum densiflorum?
Dense-flowered Dracophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum densiflorum?
Montane to subalpine forest
Species in the Dracophyllum genus
Dracophyllum acerosum,
Dracophyllum adamsii,
Dracophyllum alticola,
Dracophyllum arboreum,
Dracophyllum arcuatum,
Dracophyllum balansae,
Dracophyllum cockaynianum,
Dracophyllum cosmelioides,
Dracophyllum densiflorum,
Dracophyllum densum,
Dracophyllum elegantissimum,
Dracophyllum erectum,
Dracophyllum filifolium,
Dracophyllum fiordense,
Dracophyllum fitzgeraldii,
Dracophyllum insulare,
Dracophyllum involucratum,
Dracophyllum kirkii,
Dracophyllum latifolium,
Dracophyllum lessonianum,
Dracophyllum longifolium,
Dracophyllum mackeeanum,
Dracophyllum macranthum,
Dracophyllum marginatum,
Dracophyllum marmoricola,
Dracophyllum matthewsii,
Dracophyllum menziesii,
Dracophyllum milligani,
Dracophyllum minimum,
Dracophyllum muscoides,
Dracophyllum oceanicum,
Dracophyllum oliveri,
Dracophyllum ophioliticum,
Dracophyllum ouaiemense,
Dracophyllum paludosum,
Dracophyllum palustre,
Dracophyllum patens,
Dracophyllum pearsonii,
Dracophyllum politum,
Dracophyllum pronum,
Dracophyllum prostratum,
Dracophyllum pubescens,
Dracophyllum pyramidale,
Dracophyllum ramosum,
Dracophyllum recurvum,
Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium,
Dracophyllum saxicola,
Dracophyllum sayeri,
Dracophyllum scoparium,
Dracophyllum secundum,
Species in the Ericaceae family