Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
septentrionale
ID:
1546131

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.R.B.Oliv.) S.Venter

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 34(2): 151. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000026837

Common Names

  • Dracophyllum septentrionale
  • Septentrionale Dracophyllum
  • Dracophyllum Plant

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Description

Dracophyllum septentrionale (also called New Zealand tree-heath, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to New Zealand, where it grows in lowland to montane forests and scrublands. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dracophyllum septentrionale is used as an ornamental plant and can be used as a natural pesticide. It is also used as a source of timber and for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dracophyllum septentrionale has small white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracophyllum septentrionale is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is best propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil and keep it in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting with a few leaves and allow it to dry for a few days before planting it in well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Dracophyllum septentrionale

Dracophyllum septentrionale can be found in New Zealand, specifically in the North Island.

Dracophyllum septentrionale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum septentrionale?

Dracophyllum septentrionale

What is the common name of Dracophyllum septentrionale?

Northern Dracophyllum

What type of soil does Dracophyllum septentrionale prefer?

Dracophyllum septentrionale prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

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