Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Fl. Antarct. : 48 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656489
Common Names
- Dracophyllum strictum
- Strict Dracophyllum
- Strict-leaved Dracophyllum
Synonyms
- Dracophyllum affine Hook.f. [valid]
- Dracophyllum featonianum Colenso [valid]
- Dracophyllum imbricatum Colenso [valid]
Description
Dracophyllum strictum (also called Strict 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 strictum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dracophyllum strictum are small and white. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dracophyllum strictum 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 strictum
Dracophyllum strictum can be found in New Zealand.
Dracophyllum strictum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum strictum?
Dracophyllum strictum
What is the common name of Dracophyllum strictum?
Strict Dracophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum strictum?
It is found in New Zealand, growing in rocky or grassy places
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