Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wentzeliana
ID:
686697

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 30: 300 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000686030

Common Names

  • Faurea wentzeliana
  • Wentzeliana Faurea
  • Faurea wentzeliana

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Description

Faurea wentzeliana (also called Wentzel's 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 wentzeliana 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

The flower of Faurea wentzeliana is a white to cream-colored, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faurea wentzeliana is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South Africa and is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Faurea wentzeliana

Faurea wentzeliana is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Faurea wentzeliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Faurea wentzeliana?

Faurea wentzeliana

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Faurea

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Proteaceae

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,

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