Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 6: 41 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000359467
Common Names
- Leucopogon pleiospermus
- Pleiospermus Leucopogon
- Pleiosper Leucopogon
Description
Leucopogon pleiospermus (also called 'Many-seeded Bearded Heath', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has slender stems that can reach up to 1 m in height, and its leaves are linear and sessile. It prefers moist soils and can be found in open woodlands, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Leucopogon pleiospermus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leucopogon pleiospermus has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The flowers are followed by small, berry-like capsules that are yellow-green in color. The seeds of Leucopogon pleiospermus are small and black in color. The seedlings are usually a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leucopogon pleiospermus can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division of the rhizomes can be done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least one bud per section and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Leucopogon pleiospermus
Leucopogon pleiospermus is found in Australia.
Leucopogon pleiospermus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leucopogon pleiospermus?
Leucopogon pleiospermus
What is the common name of Leucopogon pleiospermus?
Many-seeded Beard Heath
What is the natural habitat of Leucopogon pleiospermus?
Heathland, dry sclerophyll forest and woodland
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