Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
pyramidale
ID:
657134

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.R.B.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Roy. Soc. New Zealand 80: 16 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656466

Common Names

  • Dracophyllum pyramidale
  • Pyramid Dracophyllum
  • Pyramid-leaved Dracophyllum

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Description

Dracophyllum pyramidale (also called Pyramid Dracophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub, with a height of up to 2 m. It is native to New Zealand and grows in montane to subalpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dracophyllum pyramidale 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 pyramidale is a small, white or cream-coloured flower, with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracophyllum pyramidale is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to New Zealand and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Dracophyllum pyramidale

Dracophyllum pyramidale is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island and the South Island.

Dracophyllum pyramidale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum pyramidale?

Dracophyllum pyramidale

What is the common name of Dracophyllum pyramidale?

Pyramid Tree-daisy

Where is Dracophyllum pyramidale native to?

New Zealand

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