Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
insulare
ID:
657094

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.B.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 59: 703 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656426

Common Names

  • Dracophyllum insulare
  • Insulare Dracophyllum
  • Insulare's Dracophyllum

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Description

Dracophyllum insulare (also called Island 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 insulare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The plant has a high tolerance for salt and drought, making it a suitable choice for coastal areas and arid regions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dracophyllum insulare 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 insulare is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Dracophyllum insulare

Dracophyllum insulare can be found in New Zealand.

Dracophyllum insulare FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum insulare?

Dracophyllum insulare

What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum insulare?

It is found in wet forests and scrubland in New Zealand

What is the size of Dracophyllum insulare?

It is a small shrub, growing up to 1.5 m tall

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