Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
rosmarinifolium
ID:
657139

Status:
valid

Authors:
(G.Forst.) R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. 556. 1810 [27 Mar 1810]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656471

Common Names

  • Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium
  • Rosemary-leaved Dracophyllum
  • Rosemary Dracophyllum

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Description

Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium (also called Rosemary-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 rosmarinifolium 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 flowers of Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium are small and white. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium

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

Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium?

Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium

What is the common name of Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium?

Rosemary-leaved Tree-daisy

Where is Dracophyllum rosmarinifolium 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

References