Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. : 107 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499729
Common Names
- Corynocarpa Styphelia
- Styphelia Corynocarpa
- Styphelia Corynocarpa
Synonyms
- Leucopogon corynocarpus Sond. [valid]
Description
Styphelia corynocarpa (also called Corynocarpus Heath, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It is a member of the Ericaceae family and is found in heathland, dry sclerophyll forest and coastal scrub. It has small, narrow leaves and small white or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Styphelia corynocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, coughs, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Styphelia corynocarpa has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Styphelia corynocarpa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Styphelia corynocarpa
Styphelia corynocarpa can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Styphelia corynocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Styphelia corynocarpa?
Styphelia corynocarpa
What is the family of Styphelia corynocarpa?
Epacridaceae
What is the natural habitat of Styphelia corynocarpa?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Styphelia genus
Styphelia abnormis,
Styphelia acervata,
Styphelia acuminata,
Styphelia adscendens,
Styphelia allittii,
Styphelia appressa,
Styphelia ascendens,
Styphelia attenuata,
Styphelia balansae,
Styphelia biflora,
Styphelia blepharolepis,
Styphelia brevicuspis,
Styphelia breviflora,
Styphelia candolleana,
Styphelia carstensensis,
Styphelia chlorantha,
Styphelia ciliata,
Styphelia clelandii,
Styphelia coelophylla,
Styphelia compacta,
Styphelia conantha,
Styphelia concinna,
Styphelia conferta,
Styphelia conostephoides,
Styphelia cordata,
Styphelia cordifolia,
Styphelia corynocarpa,
Styphelia coryphila,
Styphelia crassiflora,
Styphelia crassifolia,
Styphelia cuspidata,
Styphelia cymbiformis,
Styphelia cymbulae,
Styphelia dammarifolia,
Styphelia deformis,
Styphelia dielsiana,
Styphelia discolor,
Styphelia douglasii,
Styphelia dura,
Styphelia enervia,
Styphelia epacridis,
Styphelia epacrioides,
Styphelia erectifolia,
Styphelia ericifolia,
Styphelia ericoides,
Styphelia erubescens,
Styphelia esquamata,
Styphelia exarrhena,
Styphelia exolasia,
Styphelia exserta,
Species in the Ericaceae family