Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
neurophyllus
ID:
359895

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 37 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359227

Common Names

  • Nerve-leaved Leucopogon
  • Nerve-leaved Beard
  • Nerve-leaved Heath

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Synonyms

  • Styphelia neurophylla (F.Muell.) J.H.Willis [valid]
  • Leucopogon lanceolatus alpestris Benth. [deprecated]

Description

Leucopogon neurophyllus (also called Nerve-leaved Beard-heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in heathland, dry sclerophyll forest and woodland. It has small white flowers and small, narrow leaves with nerves.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon neurophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucopogon neurophyllus has white flowers with yellow centres and a single seed in each flower. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon neurophyllus is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Leucopogon neurophyllus

Leucopogon neurophyllus is native to the mountains of western North America.

Leucopogon neurophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon neurophyllus?

Leucopogon neurophyllus

What type of plant is Leucopogon neurophyllus?

Leucopogon neurophyllus is a shrub.

Where is Leucopogon neurophyllus found?

Leucopogon neurophyllus is found in Australia.

Species in the Leucopogon genus

Leucopogon acicularis, Leucopogon affinis, Leucopogon altissimus, Leucopogon amplectens, Leucopogon amplexicaulis, Leucopogon apiculatus, Leucopogon assimllis, Leucopogon atherolepis, Leucopogon australis, Leucopogon bellignianus, Leucopogon borealis, Leucopogon bracteolaris, Leucopogon canaliculatus, Leucopogon capitellatus, Leucopogon carinatus, Leucopogon carinatus, Leucopogon cicatricatus, Leucopogon cinereus, Leucopogon cochlearifolius, Leucopogon collinus, Leucopogon compactus, Leucopogon concurvus, Leucopogon cordatus, Leucopogon corifolius, Leucopogon costatus, Leucopogon cryptanthus, Leucopogon cucullatus, Leucopogon cygnorum, Leucopogon denticulatus, Leucopogon denudatus, Leucopogon distans, Leucopogon elatior, Leucopogon elegans, Leucopogon exolacius, Leucopogon fasciculatus, Leucopogon fastigiata, Leucopogon fimbriatus, Leucopogon florulentus, Leucopogon fraternus, Leucopogon gelidus, Leucopogon gibbosus, Leucopogon gilbertii, Leucopogon glabellus, Leucopogon glabratus, Leucopogon glacialis, Leucopogon gnaphalioides, Leucopogon gracilis, Leucopogon gracillimus, Leucopogon heterophyllus, Leucopogon hirsutus,

Species in the Ericaceae family