Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
elegantissimum
ID:
657082

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Venter

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 42: 38 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656414

Common Names

  • Elegantissimum Dracophyllum
  • Elegantissimum Dragon-tree
  • Elegantissimum Dragon-plant

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Description

Dracophyllum elegantissimum (also called Elegant Tree-heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is found in heathland and dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Dracophyllum elegantissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is drought tolerant and can be used in dry areas. The leaves can be used for weaving baskets and mats. The plant can also be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dracophyllum elegantissimum is small, white and four-petaled. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, white leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracophyllum elegantissimum is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is an evergreen plant with leathery, linear leaves. It is best grown in a sunny position with well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dracophyllum elegantissimum

Dracophyllum elegantissimum can be found in New Zealand.

Dracophyllum elegantissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum elegantissimum?

Dracophyllum elegantissimum

What is the common name of Dracophyllum elegantissimum?

Elegant Dracophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum elegantissimum?

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