Leucopogon parviflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
1047313
Status:
valid
Authors:
(H.Andrews) Lindl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 18: t. 1560 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001046651
Common Names
- Leucopogon parviflorus
- Parviflorus Leucopogon
- Parviflorus Leucopogon Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leucopogon parviflorus (also called Coast Beard-heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub, with white flowers, native to Australia and New Zealand. It is found in coastal heath and shrubland, and in open forest.
Uses & Benefits
Leucopogon parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Leucopogon parviflorus are white or pink and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leucopogon parviflorus is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 2-4 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Leucopogon parviflorus
Leucopogon parviflorus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
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
References
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Henry Cranke Andrews (1770-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Andrews' in the authors string.