Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ternifolia
ID:
452898

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Philos. Inst. Victoria 2: 72 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452230

Common Names

  • Macadamia ternifolia
  • Three-Leaf Macadamia
  • Three-Leaf Macadamia

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Synonyms

  • Macadamia minor F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Macadamia lowii F.M.Bailey [unknown]
  • Helicia ternifolia F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Macadamia ternifolia (also called Macadamia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Australia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 10 meters tall. It is found in rainforests, woodlands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macadamia ternifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macadamia ternifolia has white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macadamia ternifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Macadamia ternifolia

Macadamia ternifolia is native to Australia.

Macadamia ternifolia FAQ

What are the common names of Macadamia ternifolia?

Macadamia Nut, Queensland Nut

What is the growth habit of Macadamia ternifolia?

It is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m tall.

What is the natural habitat of Macadamia ternifolia?

It is native to Australia and is found in subtropical rainforests.

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