Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
varium
ID:
657174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colenso

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 28: 603 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000656506

Common Names

  • Dracophyllum varium
  • Variable Dracophyllum
  • Variable-leaved Dracophyllum

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Synonyms

  • Dracophyllum montanum (Cheeseman) Cockayne [valid]
  • Dracophyllum urvilleanum montanum Cheeseman [valid]

Description

Dracophyllum varium (also called Variable Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen fern native to New Zealand. It has long, narrow fronds and small, brown spores. It grows in moist, shady forests in New Zealand.

Uses & Benefits

Dracophyllum varium is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dracophyllum varium are small and white, with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dracophyllum varium 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 varium

Dracophyllum varium can be found in New Zealand.

Dracophyllum varium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dracophyllum varium?

Dracophyllum varium

What is the common name of Dracophyllum varium?

Variable Dracophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Dracophyllum varium?

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