Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
penicellatus
ID:
359833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stschegl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 32(I): 12 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359165

Common Names

  • Penicillate Beard-heath
  • Penicillate Leucopogon
  • Penicillate Beard-heath

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Synonyms

  • Leucopogon distans contractus Benth. [unknown]

Description

Leucopogon penicellatus (also called Penicillate Beard-heath, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 m high. It is native to Australia and grows in sandy soils in heathlands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Leucopogon penicellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a range of medicinal uses, including treating skin problems, respiratory issues, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leucopogon penicellatus has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leucopogon penicellatus is a small shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seed raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-hardwood cuttings of new growth.

Where to Find Leucopogon penicellatus

Leucopogon penicellatus can be found in Australia and New Zealand.

Leucopogon penicellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leucopogon penicellatus?

Leucopogon penicellatus

What is the common name of Leucopogon penicellatus?

Stalked Beard-heath

What is the natural habitat of Leucopogon penicellatus?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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