Status:
valid
Authors:
S.K.Marner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 59: 430 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686008
Common Names
- Faurea coriacea
- Coriacea Faurea
- Faurea coriacea
Synonyms
- Faurea forficuliflora elliptica Humbert [unknown]
Description
Faurea coriacea (also called Cape Cedar, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to South Africa. It has a dense, conical crown and leathery, dark green leaves. It grows in mountainous areas and is tolerant of drought.
Uses & Benefits
Faurea coriacea is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge or windbreak to protect other plants from strong winds. The leaves of this plant can be used as a tea to treat stomach ailments and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Faurea coriacea has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Faurea coriacea is a medium-sized, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Faurea coriacea
Faurea coriacea is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Faurea coriacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Faurea coriacea?
Faurea coriacea
What is the common name of Faurea coriacea?
Faurea
What is the family of Faurea coriacea?
Proteaceae
Species in the Faurea genus
Faurea arborea,
Faurea coriacea,
Faurea delevoyi,
Faurea discolor,
Faurea forficuliflora,
Faurea galpinii,
Faurea intermedia,
Faurea lucida,
Faurea macnaughtonii,
Faurea racemosa,
Faurea rochetiana,
Faurea rubriflora,
Faurea saligna,
Faurea wentzeliana,
Faurea recondita,
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,