Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ilicifolia
ID:
443724

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 200 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443056

Common Names

  • Lomatia Ilicifolia
  • Ilicifolia Lomatia
  • Ilicifolia Loosestrife

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Description

Lomatia ilicifolia (also called Holly-leaved Lomatia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Proteaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in coastal and sub-coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lomatia ilicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lomatia ilicifolia has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomatia ilicifolia is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Lomatia ilicifolia

Lomatia ilicifolia can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Lomatia ilicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomatia ilicifolia?

Lomatia ilicifolia

What type of plant is Lomatia ilicifolia?

A shrub

Where is Lomatia ilicifolia native to?

Eastern Australia

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,