Status:
valid
Authors:
Rye & Trudgen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 27: 113 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348031
Common Names
- Malleostemon Nerrenensis
- Nerrenensis Malleostemon
- Malleostemon of Nerrenensis
Description
Malleostemon nerrenensis (also called Nerren's Mallee, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright yellow flowers. It is native to Western Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky hillsides and sand plains.
Uses & Benefits
Malleostemon nerrenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Malleostemon nerrenensis has small, white flowers that are borne in dense spikes. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lanceolate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Malleostemon nerrenensis is a perennial that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. Prune the plant regularly to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Malleostemon nerrenensis
Malleostemon nerrenensis is native to Australia.
Malleostemon nerrenensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malleostemon nerrenensis?
Malleostemon nerrenensis
What type of plant is Malleostemon nerrenensis?
Shrub
Where is Malleostemon nerrenensis native to?
Australia
Species in the Malleostemon genus
Malleostemon hursthousei,
Malleostemon minilyaensis,
Malleostemon pedunculatus,
Malleostemon peltiger,
Malleostemon roseus,
Malleostemon tuberculatus,
Malleostemon decipiens,
Malleostemon costatus,
Malleostemon microphyllus,
Malleostemon nephroideus,
Malleostemon nerrenensis,
Malleostemon pentagonus,
Malleostemon pustulatus,
Malleostemon uniflorus,
Species in the Myrtaceae family
Acca lanuginosa,
Acca macrostema,
Accara elegans,
Actinodium cunninghamii,
Agonis baxteri,
Agonis flexuosa,
Agonis grandiflora,
Agonis theiformis,
Agonis undulata,
Agonis hypericifolia,
Algrizea macrochlamys,
Algrizea minor,
Allosyncarpia ternata,
Aluta appressa,
Aluta aspera,
Aluta maisonneuvei,
Aluta quadrata,
Aluta teres,
Amomyrtella irregularis,
Amomyrtella guilii,
Amomyrtus luma,
Amomyrtus meli,
Angophora bakeri,
Angophora clelandi,
Angophora costata,
Angophora crassifolia,
Angophora dichromophloia,
Angophora euryphylla,
Angophora exul,
Angophora floribunda,
Angophora hispida,
Angophora inopina,
Angophora leiocarpa,
Angophora melanoxylon,
Angophora paludosa,
Angophora robur,
Angophora subvelutina,
Angophora woodsiana,
Angophora clelandii,
Anticoryne diosmoides,
Anticoryne ovalifolia,
Anticoryne melanosperma,
Archirhodomyrtus baladensis,
Archirhodomyrtus beckleri,
Archirhodomyrtus paitensis,
Archirhodomyrtus turbinata,
Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii,
Arillastrum gummiferum,
Astartea aspera,
Astartea corniculata,