Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. 106. 1882
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499812
Common Names
- Styphelia Oldfieldii
- Oldfieldii Heath
- Heath Leaved Styphelia
Description
Styphelia oldfieldii (also called Oldfield's Heath-myrtle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in heath and woodland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Styphelia oldfieldii is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is often used as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Styphelia oldfieldii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Styphelia oldfieldii is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring and summer.
Where to Find Styphelia oldfieldii
Styphelia oldfieldii is native to Australia and can be found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Styphelia oldfieldii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Styphelia oldfieldii?
Styphelia oldfieldii
What is the common name of Styphelia oldfieldii?
Oldfield's Styphelia
Where is Styphelia oldfieldii found?
Styphelia oldfieldii is found in Australia
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