Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
longifolium
ID:
657102

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) R.Br. ex Roem. & Schult.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 4: 385 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656434

Common Names

  • Dracophyllum longifolium
  • Longifolium Dracophyllum
  • Longifolium's Dracophyllum

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Synonyms

  • Dracophyllum longifolium retortum Hombr. & Jacquinot ex Decne. [valid]
  • Dracophyllum lyallii Hook.f. [valid]
  • Epacris frondosa Gaertn. [valid]
  • Epacris longifolia J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. [valid]

Description

Dracophyllum longifolium (also called Long-leaved 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 longifolium 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 longifolium is white or cream, and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracophyllum longifolium 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 longifolium

Dracophyllum longifolium can be found in New Zealand.

Dracophyllum longifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum longifolium?

Dracophyllum longifolium

What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum longifolium?

It is found in wet forests and scrubland in New Zealand

What is the size of Dracophyllum longifolium?

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

References

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.