Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
527801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maiden & Betche) P.H.Weston & Crisp

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Telopea 4: 499 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000527133

Common Names

  • Pinnate Alloxylon
  • Fern Tree
  • Wollemi Pine

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Synonyms

  • Oreocallis pinnata (C.T.White) Sleumer [unknown]
  • Embothrium pinnatum (Maiden & Betche) C.T.White [unknown]
  • Embothrium wickhamii pinnatum Maiden & Betche [unknown]

Description

Alloxylon pinnatum (also called Pinnate Treefern, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Alloxylon pinnatum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alloxylon pinnatum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alloxylon pinnatum is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Alloxylon pinnatum

Alloxylon pinnatum is native to Australia and is found in subtropical and temperate rainforests.

Alloxylon pinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alloxylon pinnatum?

Alloxylon pinnatum

What is the common name of Alloxylon pinnatum?

Pinnatum Alloxylon

What is the natural habitat of Alloxylon pinnatum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2629777: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Henry Maiden (1859-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maiden' in the authors string.
Ernst Betche (1851-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Betche' in the authors string.
Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Peter Weston (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Weston' in the authors string.