Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
pentagonus
ID:
1335579

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rye & Trudgen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 27: 115 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348033

Common Names

  • Malleostemon Pentagonus
  • Pentagonus Malleostemon
  • Malleostemon of Pentagonus

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Description

Malleostemon pentagonus (also called Pentagonal 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 pentagonus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malleostemon pentagonus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malleostemon pentagonus 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 pentagonus

Malleostemon pentagonus is native to Australia.

Malleostemon pentagonus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malleostemon pentagonus?

Malleostemon pentagonus

What type of plant is Malleostemon pentagonus?

Shrub

Where is Malleostemon pentagonus native to?

Australia

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,

References

Barbara Lynette Rye (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rye' in the authors string.
Malcolm Eric Trudgen (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trudgen' in the authors string.